Temple Ochre vs Base Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Base Flesh is a little darker, warmer than Temple Ochre.

Can I use Base Flesh instead of Temple Ochre?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Base Flesh is a little darker, warmer than Temple Ochre.

Can I use Temple Ochre instead of Base Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Temple Ochre is a little lighter, 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.