Mid Mustard Khaki vs Green Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Green Ochre is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Mid Mustard Khaki.

Can I use Green Ochre instead of Mid Mustard Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Green Ochre is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Mid Mustard Khaki.

Can I use Mid Mustard Khaki instead of Green Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mid Mustard Khaki is a little lighter, more muted, 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.