Deep Brown vs Ratskin Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ratskin Flesh is noticeably lighter, more muted than Deep Brown.

Can I use Ratskin Flesh instead of Deep Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ratskin Flesh is noticeably lighter, more muted than Deep Brown.

Can I use Deep Brown instead of Ratskin Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Deep Brown is noticeably darker, 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.