Buffed Hide vs Tan Earth

How close are they?

ΔE 12.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tan Earth is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Buffed Hide.

Can I use Tan Earth instead of Buffed Hide?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Tan Earth is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Buffed Hide.

Can I use Buffed Hide instead of Tan Earth?

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