Cherry Wood vs Carmine Red

How close are they?

ΔE 18.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Carmine Red is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Cherry Wood.

Can I use Carmine Red instead of Cherry Wood?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Carmine Red is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Cherry Wood.

Can I use Cherry Wood instead of Carmine Red?

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