Agent Orange vs Sunset Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 14.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sunset Orange is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Agent Orange.

Can I use Sunset Orange instead of Agent Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Sunset Orange is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Agent Orange.

Can I use Agent Orange instead of Sunset Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Agent Orange is a little lighter, more muted, 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.