Tindalos Red vs Flat Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Flat Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Tindalos Red.

Can I use Flat Brown instead of Tindalos Red?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Flat Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Tindalos Red.

Can I use Tindalos Red instead of Flat Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tindalos Red is a little darker, 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.