Ruins Grey vs Pallid Wych Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pallid Wych Flesh is noticeably lighter, warmer than Ruins Grey.

Can I use Pallid Wych Flesh instead of Ruins Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Pallid Wych Flesh is noticeably lighter, warmer than Ruins Grey.

Can I use Ruins Grey instead of Pallid Wych Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ruins Grey is noticeably darker, 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.