Bugman's Glow vs Tan Earth

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tan Earth is a little darker, much more muted than Bugman's Glow.

Can I use Tan Earth instead of Bugman's Glow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Tan Earth is a little darker, much more muted than Bugman's Glow.

Can I use Bugman's Glow instead of Tan Earth?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bugman's Glow is a little lighter, much more saturated.

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.