Karak Stone vs Dune Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dune Shadow is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Karak Stone.

Can I use Dune Shadow instead of Karak Stone?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dune Shadow is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Karak Stone.

Can I use Karak Stone instead of Dune Shadow?

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