Word Bearers Red vs Muddy Clay

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Muddy Clay is more muted, cooler than Word Bearers Red.

Can I use Muddy Clay instead of Word Bearers Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Muddy Clay is more muted, cooler than Word Bearers Red.

Can I use Word Bearers Red instead of Muddy Clay?

The same difference applies the other way round: Word Bearers Red is 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.