Mid Mustard Khaki vs Arabic Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Arabic Shadow is noticeably darker, warmer than Mid Mustard Khaki.

Can I use Arabic Shadow instead of Mid Mustard Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Arabic Shadow is noticeably darker, warmer than Mid Mustard Khaki.

Can I use Mid Mustard Khaki instead of Arabic Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mid Mustard Khaki 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.