Flesh Rose vs Faded Red

How close are they?

ΔE 14.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Faded Red is noticeably darker, cooler than Flesh Rose.

Can I use Faded Red instead of Flesh Rose?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Faded Red is noticeably darker, cooler than Flesh Rose.

Can I use Flesh Rose instead of Faded Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Flesh Rose is noticeably lighter, 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.