Dirt Spatter 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 darker, warmer than Dirt Spatter.

Can I use Burnt Umber instead of Dirt Spatter?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Burnt Umber is a little darker, warmer than Dirt Spatter.

Can I use Dirt Spatter instead of Burnt Umber?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dirt Spatter 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.