Tanned Flesh vs Topaz Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Topaz Skin is much more saturated, cooler than Tanned Flesh.

Can I use Topaz Skin instead of Tanned Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Topaz Skin is much more saturated, cooler than Tanned Flesh.

Can I use Tanned Flesh instead of Topaz Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tanned Flesh is much more muted, 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.