Midnight Olive vs Dark Mud

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Mud is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Midnight Olive.

Can I use Dark Mud instead of Midnight Olive?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dark Mud is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Midnight Olive.

Can I use Midnight Olive instead of Dark Mud?

The same difference applies the other way round: Midnight Olive is a little darker, 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.