Skrag Brown vs Rust Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 17.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Rust Orange is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Skrag Brown.

Can I use Rust Orange instead of Skrag Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Rust Orange is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Skrag Brown.

Can I use Skrag Brown instead of Rust Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Skrag Brown is a little darker, more saturated, 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.