Russian Green 4BO vs Fern Green

How close are they?

ΔE 5.2, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Fern Green is a little lighter, cooler than Russian Green 4BO.

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

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Fern Green is a little lighter, cooler than Russian Green 4BO.

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

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