Putrid White vs Baneblade Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Baneblade Brown is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Putrid White.

Can I use Baneblade Brown instead of Putrid White?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Baneblade Brown is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Putrid White.

Can I use Putrid White instead of Baneblade Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Putrid White is a little darker, more saturated, 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.