Tree Ancient vs Mahogany

How close are they?

ΔE 5.1, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Mahogany is a little darker, cooler than Tree Ancient.

Can I use Mahogany instead of Tree Ancient?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Mahogany is a little darker, cooler than Tree Ancient.

Can I use Tree Ancient instead of Mahogany?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tree Ancient is a little lighter, 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.