Desert Camo vs Wood

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Wood is a little darker, warmer than Desert Camo.

Can I use Wood instead of Desert Camo?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Wood is a little darker, warmer than Desert Camo.

Can I use Desert Camo instead of Wood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Desert Camo is a little lighter, 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.