Limelight vs Rotten Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rotten Flesh is a little darker, much more muted, warmer than Limelight.

Can I use Rotten Flesh instead of Limelight?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Rotten Flesh is a little darker, much more muted, warmer than Limelight.

Can I use Limelight instead of Rotten Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Limelight is a little lighter, much more saturated, cooler.

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.