Imperial Flesh vs Mid DAK Sand

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mid DAK Sand is noticeably darker, cooler than Imperial Flesh.

Can I use Mid DAK Sand instead of Imperial Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Mid DAK Sand is noticeably darker, cooler than Imperial Flesh.

Can I use Imperial Flesh instead of Mid DAK Sand?

The same difference applies the other way round: Imperial Flesh is noticeably lighter, 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.