Desert Sand vs Dead Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 13.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dead Flesh is a little darker, more saturated than Desert Sand.

Can I use Dead Flesh instead of Desert Sand?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dead Flesh is a little darker, more saturated than Desert Sand.

Can I use Desert Sand instead of Dead Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Desert Sand is a little lighter, 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.