Agate Skin vs Rosy Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rosy Shadow is a little darker, more muted than Agate Skin.

Can I use Rosy Shadow instead of Agate Skin?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Rosy Shadow is a little darker, more muted than Agate Skin.

Can I use Agate Skin instead of Rosy Shadow?

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

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.