Dark Wood vs Dwarf Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 14.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dwarf Skin is a little lighter, cooler than Dark Wood.

Can I use Dwarf Skin instead of Dark Wood?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dwarf Skin is a little lighter, cooler than Dark Wood.

Can I use Dark Wood instead of Dwarf Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Wood is a little darker, 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.