Tallarn Sand vs Middle Stone

How close are they?

ΔE 17.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Middle Stone is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Tallarn Sand.

Can I use Middle Stone instead of Tallarn Sand?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Middle Stone is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Tallarn Sand.

Can I use Tallarn Sand instead of Middle Stone?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tallarn Sand is a little lighter, 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.