Wasteland Clay vs Temple Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Temple Ochre is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Wasteland Clay.

Can I use Temple Ochre instead of Wasteland Clay?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Temple Ochre is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Wasteland Clay.

Can I use Wasteland Clay instead of Temple Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Wasteland Clay 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.