Kronos Flesh vs Dark Sand

How close are they?

ΔE 10.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Sand is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Kronos Flesh.

Can I use Dark Sand instead of Kronos Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Dark Sand is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Kronos Flesh.

Can I use Kronos Flesh instead of Dark Sand?

The same difference applies the other way round: Kronos Flesh is a little lighter, 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.