Zamesi Desert vs Peanut Butter

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Peanut Butter is noticeably darker, more muted than Zamesi Desert.

Can I use Peanut Butter instead of Zamesi Desert?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Peanut Butter is noticeably darker, more muted than Zamesi Desert.

Can I use Zamesi Desert instead of Peanut Butter?

The same difference applies the other way round: Zamesi Desert is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.