Beret Maroon vs Terracotta

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Terracotta is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Beret Maroon.

Can I use Terracotta instead of Beret Maroon?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Terracotta is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Beret Maroon.

Can I use Beret Maroon instead of Terracotta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Beret Maroon is a little darker, 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.