Vivid Volt vs Craven Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 10.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Craven Yellow is a little lighter, more muted than Vivid Volt.

Can I use Craven Yellow instead of Vivid Volt?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Craven Yellow is a little lighter, more muted than Vivid Volt.

Can I use Vivid Volt instead of Craven Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Vivid Volt 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.