Karak Stone vs Sandstorm

How close are they?

ΔE 7.0, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sandstorm is a little lighter, warmer than Karak Stone.

Can I use Sandstorm instead of Karak Stone?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Sandstorm is a little lighter, warmer than Karak Stone.

Can I use Karak Stone instead of Sandstorm?

The same difference applies the other way round: Karak Stone is a little darker, 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.