Naples Yellow Hue vs Dead Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dead Flesh is more saturated, cooler than Naples Yellow Hue.

Can I use Dead Flesh instead of Naples Yellow Hue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Dead Flesh is more saturated, cooler than Naples Yellow Hue.

Can I use Naples Yellow Hue instead of Dead Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Naples Yellow Hue is 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.