Lava Orange vs Yellow Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 18.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Yellow Ochre is a little darker, much more muted than Lava Orange.

Can I use Yellow Ochre instead of Lava Orange?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Yellow Ochre is a little darker, much more muted than Lava Orange.

Can I use Lava Orange instead of Yellow Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Lava Orange is a little lighter, much more saturated.

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.