US Olive Base Uniform vs English Uniform

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. English Uniform is a little lighter, warmer than US Olive Base Uniform.

Can I use English Uniform instead of US Olive Base Uniform?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). English Uniform is a little lighter, warmer than US Olive Base Uniform.

Can I use US Olive Base Uniform instead of English Uniform?

The same difference applies the other way round: US Olive Base Uniform is a little darker, cooler.

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.