Light DAK Green vs Hay Color

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hay Color is a little darker, warmer than Light DAK Green.

Can I use Hay Color instead of Light DAK Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Hay Color is a little darker, warmer than Light DAK Green.

Can I use Light DAK Green instead of Hay Color?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light DAK Green 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.