Dark Jade vs German Uniform

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. German Uniform is more muted, warmer than Dark Jade.

Can I use German Uniform instead of Dark Jade?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). German Uniform is more muted, warmer than Dark Jade.

Can I use Dark Jade instead of German Uniform?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Jade is more saturated, 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.