Molten Orange vs Rust Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rust Orange is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Molten Orange.

Can I use Rust Orange instead of Molten Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Rust Orange is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Molten Orange.

Can I use Molten Orange instead of Rust Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Molten Orange is noticeably darker, more muted.

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.