Lava Orange vs Trollslayer Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Trollslayer Orange is more muted, cooler than Lava Orange.

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

Can I use Trollslayer Orange instead of Lava Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Trollslayer Orange is more muted, cooler than Lava Orange.

Can I use Lava Orange instead of Trollslayer Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Lava Orange is 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.