Brown vs Red Leather

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Red Leather is a little lighter, warmer than Brown.

Can I use Red Leather instead of Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Red Leather is a little lighter, warmer than Brown.

Can I use Brown instead of Red Leather?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brown 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.