Old Rose vs Agate Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Agate Skin is more saturated, warmer than Old Rose.

Can I use Agate Skin instead of Old Rose?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Agate Skin is more saturated, warmer than Old Rose.

Can I use Old Rose instead of Agate Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Old Rose is more muted, 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.