Solar Yellow vs Flat Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 6.0, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Flat Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Solar Yellow.

Can I use Flat Flesh instead of Solar Yellow?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Flat Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Solar Yellow.

Can I use Solar Yellow instead of Flat Flesh?

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

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.