Hobgrot Hide vs Driftwood Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Driftwood Brown is noticeably lighter than Hobgrot Hide.

Can I use Driftwood Brown instead of Hobgrot Hide?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Driftwood Brown is noticeably lighter than Hobgrot Hide.

Can I use Hobgrot Hide instead of Driftwood Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hobgrot Hide is noticeably darker.

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.