Uniform Brown vs Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 12.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ochre is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Uniform Brown.

Can I use Ochre instead of Uniform Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Ochre is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Uniform Brown.

Can I use Uniform Brown instead of Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Uniform Brown is a little darker, 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.