Dark DAK Sand vs Boot Strap Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Boot Strap Brown is much more muted, warmer than Dark DAK Sand.

Can I use Boot Strap Brown instead of Dark DAK Sand?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Boot Strap Brown is much more muted, warmer than Dark DAK Sand.

Can I use Dark DAK Sand instead of Boot Strap Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark DAK Sand is much more saturated, 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.