Raw Wool vs Pale Lichen

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Lichen is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Raw Wool.

Can I use Pale Lichen instead of Raw Wool?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Pale Lichen is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Raw Wool.

Can I use Raw Wool instead of Pale Lichen?

The same difference applies the other way round: Raw Wool is a little lighter, more saturated, 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.