Arphen Jade vs Emerald

How close are they?

ΔE 8.9, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Emerald is more saturated, warmer than Arphen Jade.

Can I use Emerald instead of Arphen Jade?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Emerald is more saturated, warmer than Arphen Jade.

Can I use Arphen Jade instead of Emerald?

The same difference applies the other way round: Arphen Jade is more muted, 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.