RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389 vs Deck Tan

How close are they?

ΔE 3.3, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Deck Tan is cooler than RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389.

Can I use Deck Tan instead of RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 3). Deck Tan is cooler than RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389.

Can I use RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389 instead of Deck Tan?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389 is 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.