Medium Drab vs Thornwood Green

How close are they?

ΔE 4.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Thornwood Green is a little lighter, cooler than Medium Drab.

Can I use Thornwood Green instead of Medium Drab?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Thornwood Green is a little lighter, cooler than Medium Drab.

Can I use Medium Drab instead of Thornwood Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Medium Drab 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.