Tree Ancient vs Muddy Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 4.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Muddy Brown is a little darker, warmer than Tree Ancient.

Can I use Muddy Brown instead of Tree Ancient?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 4). Muddy Brown is a little darker, warmer than Tree Ancient.

Can I use Tree Ancient instead of Muddy Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tree Ancient 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.