Warm Grey vs Sand

How close are they?

ΔE 9.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sand is a little lighter, more saturated than Warm Grey.

Can I use Sand instead of Warm Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Sand is a little lighter, more saturated than Warm Grey.

Can I use Warm Grey instead of Sand?

The same difference applies the other way round: Warm Grey is a little darker, more muted.

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.