Straken Green vs Dark Green 2 (RAF)

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Green 2 (RAF) is a little darker, more muted than Straken Green.

Can I use Dark Green 2 (RAF) instead of Straken Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Dark Green 2 (RAF) is a little darker, more muted than Straken Green.

Can I use Straken Green instead of Dark Green 2 (RAF)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Straken Green is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.