Necrotic Flesh vs Zombie Rot

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Zombie Rot is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Necrotic Flesh.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Zombie Rot instead of Necrotic Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Zombie Rot is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Necrotic Flesh.

Can I use Necrotic Flesh instead of Zombie Rot?

The same difference applies the other way round: Necrotic Flesh is a little darker, more muted, 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.