Dusty Skull vs Gnarlwood

How close are they?

ΔE 10.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gnarlwood is noticeably darker, warmer than Dusty Skull.

Can I use Gnarlwood instead of Dusty Skull?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Gnarlwood is noticeably darker, warmer than Dusty Skull.

Can I use Dusty Skull instead of Gnarlwood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dusty Skull is noticeably lighter, 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.