Guardian Green vs Forest of Shadows

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Forest of Shadows is a little lighter, cooler than Guardian Green.

Can I use Forest of Shadows instead of Guardian Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Forest of Shadows is a little lighter, cooler than Guardian Green.

Can I use Guardian Green instead of Forest of Shadows?

The same difference applies the other way round: Guardian Green is a little darker, 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.