Dark Green 2 vs Cockpit E.G.“Faded”

How close are they?

ΔE 16.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Cockpit E.G.“Faded” is a little lighter, much more saturated, cooler than Dark Green 2.

Can I use Cockpit E.G.“Faded” instead of Dark Green 2?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Cockpit E.G.“Faded” is a little lighter, much more saturated, cooler than Dark Green 2.

Can I use Dark Green 2 instead of Cockpit E.G.“Faded”?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Green 2 is a little darker, much more muted, 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.