Boot Brown vs Dark Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 4.6, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Dark Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Boot Brown.

Can I use Dark Shadow instead of Boot Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Dark Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Boot Brown.

Can I use Boot Brown instead of Dark Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Boot Brown is a little lighter, 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.