Fire Drake vs Chameleon Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 13.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Chameleon Orange is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Fire Drake.

Can I use Chameleon Orange instead of Fire Drake?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Chameleon Orange is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Fire Drake.

Can I use Fire Drake instead of Chameleon Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fire Drake 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.