Dune Shadow vs Ivory RLM05

How close are they?

ΔE 13.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ivory RLM05 is noticeably lighter, more muted than Dune Shadow.

Can I use Ivory RLM05 instead of Dune Shadow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ivory RLM05 is noticeably lighter, more muted than Dune Shadow.

Can I use Dune Shadow instead of Ivory RLM05?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dune Shadow is noticeably darker, more saturated.

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.