Hoard Bronze vs Heirloom Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Heirloom Gold is a little lighter, warmer than Hoard Bronze.

Can I use Heirloom Gold instead of Hoard Bronze?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Heirloom Gold is a little lighter, warmer than Hoard Bronze.

Can I use Hoard Bronze instead of Heirloom Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoard Bronze is a little darker, cooler.

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.