French Army Desert Sand vs Telogreika Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Telogreika Ochre is noticeably darker than French Army Desert Sand.

Can I use Telogreika Ochre instead of French Army Desert Sand?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Telogreika Ochre is noticeably darker than French Army Desert Sand.

Can I use French Army Desert Sand instead of Telogreika Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: French Army Desert Sand is noticeably lighter.

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.