Brigandine Brown vs Burnt Umber

How close are they?

ΔE 5.5, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Burnt Umber is a little lighter, more saturated than Brigandine Brown.

Can I use Burnt Umber instead of Brigandine Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Burnt Umber is a little lighter, more saturated than Brigandine Brown.

Can I use Brigandine Brown instead of Burnt Umber?

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

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.