Resplendent Red vs Burnt Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Burnt Orange is more muted, warmer than Resplendent Red.

Can I use Burnt Orange instead of Resplendent Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Burnt Orange is more muted, warmer than Resplendent Red.

Can I use Resplendent Red instead of Burnt Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Resplendent Red is more saturated, 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.