Olive Drab vs Green RLM62

How close are they?

ΔE 6.0, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Green RLM62 is a little darker, more muted than Olive Drab.

Can I use Green RLM62 instead of Olive Drab?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Green RLM62 is a little darker, more muted than Olive Drab.

Can I use Olive Drab instead of Green RLM62?

The same difference applies the other way round: Olive Drab is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.