Red Tone vs Sepia Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 47.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Sepia Wash is noticeably lighter, much more muted, warmer than Red Tone.

Can I use Sepia Wash instead of Red Tone?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 47). Sepia Wash is noticeably lighter, much more muted, warmer than Red Tone.

Can I use Red Tone instead of Sepia Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Red Tone is noticeably darker, much more saturated, 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.