Papyrus vs Rotten Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rotten Flesh is more muted, cooler than Papyrus.

Can I use Rotten Flesh instead of Papyrus?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Rotten Flesh is more muted, cooler than Papyrus.

Can I use Papyrus instead of Rotten Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Papyrus is more saturated, 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.