Black Forest vs Dark Drab

How close are they?

ΔE 5.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Dark Drab is more muted, warmer than Black Forest.

Can I use Dark Drab instead of Black Forest?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Dark Drab is more muted, warmer than Black Forest.

Can I use Black Forest instead of Dark Drab?

The same difference applies the other way round: Black Forest is more saturated, 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.