Olive-Brown Ops vs Grey Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Grey Brown is a little lighter than Olive-Brown Ops.

Can I use Grey Brown instead of Olive-Brown Ops?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Grey Brown is a little lighter than Olive-Brown Ops.

Can I use Olive-Brown Ops instead of Grey Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Olive-Brown Ops is a little darker.

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.