Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279) vs Sylvaneth Bark

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sylvaneth Bark is noticeably darker, warmer than Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279).

Can I use Sylvaneth Bark instead of Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279)?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Sylvaneth Bark is noticeably darker, warmer than Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279).

Can I use Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279) instead of Sylvaneth Bark?

The same difference applies the other way round: Nº13 Desert Sand (FS30279) is noticeably 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.