Barren Dune vs Ambush Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 6.6, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Ambush Yellow is a little lighter than Barren Dune.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Ambush Yellow instead of Barren Dune?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Ambush Yellow is a little lighter than Barren Dune.

Can I use Barren Dune instead of Ambush Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Barren Dune is a little darker.

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.