Cremeweiss RAL 9001 vs Arid Earth

How close are they?

ΔE 6.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Arid Earth is warmer than Cremeweiss RAL 9001.

Can I use Arid Earth instead of Cremeweiss RAL 9001?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Arid Earth is warmer than Cremeweiss RAL 9001.

Can I use Cremeweiss RAL 9001 instead of Arid Earth?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cremeweiss RAL 9001 is 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.