Bootstrap Brown vs Thondia Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Thondia Brown is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Bootstrap Brown.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Thondia Brown instead of Bootstrap Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Thondia Brown is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Bootstrap Brown.

Can I use Bootstrap Brown instead of Thondia Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bootstrap Brown is a little darker, more muted, 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.