Burnt Iron vs Heavy Metal

How close are they?

ΔE 16.2, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Heavy Metal is a little lighter, much more muted than Burnt Iron.

Can I use Heavy Metal instead of Burnt Iron?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Heavy Metal is a little lighter, much more muted than Burnt Iron.

Can I use Burnt Iron instead of Heavy Metal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Burnt Iron is a little darker, much 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.