Midnight Olive vs Dark Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Midnight Olive.

Can I use Dark Shadow instead of Midnight Olive?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Dark Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Midnight Olive.

Can I use Midnight Olive instead of Dark Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Midnight Olive 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.