Russian Green 4BO vs Dark Green

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Green is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Russian Green 4BO.

Can I use Dark Green instead of Russian Green 4BO?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Dark Green is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Russian Green 4BO.

Can I use Russian Green 4BO instead of Dark Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Russian Green 4BO is a little darker, more muted, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.