Skrag Brown vs Cherry Wood

How close are they?

ΔE 15.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Cherry Wood is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Skrag Brown.

Can I use Cherry Wood instead of Skrag Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Cherry Wood is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Skrag Brown.

Can I use Skrag Brown instead of Cherry Wood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Skrag Brown is a little lighter, more muted, 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.