Bosh Chestnut vs Malefic Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 11.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Malefic Flesh is a little lighter, cooler than Bosh Chestnut.

Can I use Malefic Flesh instead of Bosh Chestnut?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Malefic Flesh is a little lighter, cooler than Bosh Chestnut.

Can I use Bosh Chestnut instead of Malefic Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bosh Chestnut is a little darker, 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.