Dryad Brown vs Violet Oxide

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet Oxide is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Dryad Brown.

Can I use Violet Oxide instead of Dryad Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Violet Oxide is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Dryad Brown.

Can I use Dryad Brown instead of Violet Oxide?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dryad Brown is a little lighter, more muted, warmer.

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.