Clear Yellow vs Medium Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Medium Yellow is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Clear Yellow.

Can I use Medium Yellow instead of Clear Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Medium Yellow is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Clear Yellow.

Can I use Clear Yellow instead of Medium Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Clear Yellow is a little darker, 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.