Kobold Skin vs Fair Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 5.5, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Fair Shadow is a little lighter, more saturated than Kobold Skin.

Can I use Fair Shadow instead of Kobold Skin?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Fair Shadow is a little lighter, more saturated than Kobold Skin.

Can I use Kobold Skin instead of Fair Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Kobold Skin is a little darker, 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.