Volcanic Yellow vs Averland Sunset

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Averland Sunset is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Volcanic Yellow.

Can I use Averland Sunset instead of Volcanic Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Averland Sunset is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Volcanic Yellow.

Can I use Volcanic Yellow instead of Averland Sunset?

The same difference applies the other way round: Volcanic Yellow is a little lighter, more muted, cooler.

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.