Green Ochre vs Ochre Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ochre Brown is a little lighter, warmer than Green Ochre.

Can I use Ochre Brown instead of Green Ochre?

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

Can I use Green Ochre instead of Ochre Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Green Ochre is a little darker, 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.