Command Khaki vs Tanned Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tanned Skin is noticeably darker, more saturated than Command Khaki.

Can I use Tanned Skin instead of Command Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Tanned Skin is noticeably darker, more saturated than Command Khaki.

Can I use Command Khaki instead of Tanned Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Command Khaki is noticeably lighter, more muted.

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.