Washable Sand vs Karak Stone

How close are they?

ΔE 14.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Karak Stone is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Washable Sand.

Can I use Karak Stone instead of Washable Sand?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Karak Stone is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Washable Sand.

Can I use Washable Sand instead of Karak Stone?

The same difference applies the other way round: Washable Sand is a little lighter, more saturated, 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.