Putrid White vs Pestilent Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 11.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pestilent Flesh is more saturated, cooler than Putrid White.

Can I use Pestilent Flesh instead of Putrid White?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Pestilent Flesh is more saturated, cooler than Putrid White.

Can I use Putrid White instead of Pestilent Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Putrid White is more muted, warmer.

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.