Pale Lichen vs Light Mud

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Mud is a little darker, warmer than Pale Lichen.

Can I use Light Mud instead of Pale Lichen?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Light Mud is a little darker, warmer than Pale Lichen.

Can I use Pale Lichen instead of Light Mud?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pale Lichen is a little lighter, cooler.

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.