Rifle Brown vs Mahogany

How close are they?

ΔE 5.3, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Mahogany is more muted, cooler than Rifle Brown.

Can I use Mahogany instead of Rifle Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Mahogany is more muted, cooler than Rifle Brown.

Can I use Rifle Brown instead of Mahogany?

The same difference applies the other way round: Rifle Brown is more saturated, 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.