Light Earth vs Kobold Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Kobold Skin is a little darker, warmer than Light Earth.

Can I use Kobold Skin instead of Light Earth?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Kobold Skin is a little darker, warmer than Light Earth.

Can I use Light Earth instead of Kobold Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light Earth is a little lighter, cooler.

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.