Idrian Flesh vs Dark Flesh Tone

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Flesh Tone is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Idrian Flesh.

Can I use Dark Flesh Tone instead of Idrian Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Dark Flesh Tone is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Idrian Flesh.

Can I use Idrian Flesh instead of Dark Flesh Tone?

The same difference applies the other way round: Idrian Flesh is a little lighter, more muted, 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.