Dark Imperial Khaki vs Pale Lichen

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Lichen is more muted, cooler than Dark Imperial Khaki.

Can I use Pale Lichen instead of Dark Imperial Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Pale Lichen is more muted, cooler than Dark Imperial Khaki.

Can I use Dark Imperial Khaki instead of Pale Lichen?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Imperial Khaki is 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.