Faded Khaki vs Buff

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Buff is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Faded Khaki.

Can I use Buff instead of Faded Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Buff is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Faded Khaki.

Can I use Faded Khaki instead of Buff?

The same difference applies the other way round: Faded Khaki is noticeably 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.