Flickering Flame vs Marigold Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Marigold Yellow is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Flickering Flame.

Can I use Marigold Yellow instead of Flickering Flame?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Marigold Yellow is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Flickering Flame.

Can I use Flickering Flame instead of Marigold Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Flickering Flame is a little darker, more saturated, 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.