Sandy Tan vs Buff

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Buff is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Sandy Tan.

Can I use Buff instead of Sandy Tan?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Buff is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Sandy Tan.

Can I use Sandy Tan instead of Buff?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sandy Tan is a little darker, more muted, warmer.

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.