Shin Gunto Gold vs Heirloom Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Heirloom Gold is a little lighter, more muted than Shin Gunto Gold.

Can I use Heirloom Gold instead of Shin Gunto Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Heirloom Gold is a little lighter, more muted than Shin Gunto Gold.

Can I use Shin Gunto Gold instead of Heirloom Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shin Gunto Gold is a little darker, 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.