Necrolith Bone vs USAF Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 5.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. USAF Brown is a little darker, warmer than Necrolith Bone.

Can I use USAF Brown instead of Necrolith Bone?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). USAF Brown is a little darker, warmer than Necrolith Bone.

Can I use Necrolith Bone instead of USAF Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Necrolith Bone is a little lighter, 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.