Stirland Mud vs Raw Umber

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Raw Umber is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Stirland Mud.

Can I use Raw Umber instead of Stirland Mud?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Raw Umber is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Stirland Mud.

Can I use Stirland Mud instead of Raw Umber?

The same difference applies the other way round: Stirland Mud is a little darker, more muted, 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.