Dwarven Skin vs Tan Earth

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Tan Earth is a little darker, more muted than Dwarven Skin.

Can I use Tan Earth instead of Dwarven Skin?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Tan Earth is a little darker, more muted than Dwarven Skin.

Can I use Dwarven Skin instead of Tan Earth?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dwarven Skin is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.