Tallarn Sand vs Green Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 11.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Green Ochre is a little darker, cooler than Tallarn Sand.

Can I use Green Ochre instead of Tallarn Sand?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Green Ochre is a little darker, cooler than Tallarn Sand.

Can I use Tallarn Sand instead of Green Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tallarn Sand is a little lighter, 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.