Gnome Cheeks vs RLM 79 Sand Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. RLM 79 Sand Yellow is noticeably darker than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use RLM 79 Sand Yellow instead of Gnome Cheeks?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). RLM 79 Sand Yellow is noticeably darker than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use Gnome Cheeks instead of RLM 79 Sand Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gnome Cheeks is noticeably lighter.

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.