Old Bone vs Skeleton Bone

How close are they?

ΔE 5.2, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Skeleton Bone is a little darker, cooler than Old Bone.

Can I use Skeleton Bone instead of Old Bone?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Skeleton Bone is a little darker, cooler than Old Bone.

Can I use Old Bone instead of Skeleton Bone?

The same difference applies the other way round: Old Bone is a little 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.