Canvas vs Golden Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Golden Skin is more saturated, warmer than Canvas.

Can I use Golden Skin instead of Canvas?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Golden Skin is more saturated, warmer than Canvas.

Can I use Canvas instead of Golden Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Canvas is 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.