Basic Flesh vs Khaki

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Khaki is more saturated, cooler than Basic Flesh.

Can I use Khaki instead of Basic Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Khaki is more saturated, cooler than Basic Flesh.

Can I use Basic Flesh instead of Khaki?

The same difference applies the other way round: Basic Flesh is 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.