Dryad Brown vs Oxide Brown Medium

How close are they?

ΔE 4.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Oxide Brown Medium is a little darker, cooler than Dryad Brown.

Can I use Oxide Brown Medium instead of Dryad Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Oxide Brown Medium is a little darker, cooler than Dryad Brown.

Can I use Dryad Brown instead of Oxide Brown Medium?

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