Zombie Skin vs Hearthborn

How close are they?

ΔE 8.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Hearthborn is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Zombie Skin.

Can I use Hearthborn instead of Zombie Skin?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Hearthborn is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Zombie Skin.

Can I use Zombie Skin instead of Hearthborn?

The same difference applies the other way round: Zombie Skin is a little darker, more muted, 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.