Muddy Clay vs Purple Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Purple Shadow is a little lighter, more muted than Muddy Clay.

Can I use Purple Shadow instead of Muddy Clay?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Purple Shadow is a little lighter, more muted than Muddy Clay.

Can I use Muddy Clay instead of Purple Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Muddy Clay is a little 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.