Brass vs Tainted Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tainted Gold is a little lighter, cooler than Brass.

Can I use Tainted Gold instead of Brass?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Tainted Gold is a little lighter, cooler than Brass.

Can I use Brass instead of Tainted Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brass 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.