Dark Olive Green vs Loren Forest

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Loren Forest is a little lighter, cooler than Dark Olive Green.

Can I use Loren Forest instead of Dark Olive Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Loren Forest is a little lighter, cooler than Dark Olive Green.

Can I use Dark Olive Green instead of Loren Forest?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Olive Green 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.