Screaming Bell vs Tarnished Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tarnished Brass is cooler than Screaming Bell.

Can I use Tarnished Brass instead of Screaming Bell?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Tarnished Brass is cooler than Screaming Bell.

Can I use Screaming Bell instead of Tarnished Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Screaming Bell is 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.