Brass Scorpion vs Palomino Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Palomino Gold is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Brass Scorpion.

Can I use Palomino Gold instead of Brass Scorpion?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Palomino Gold is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Brass Scorpion.

Can I use Brass Scorpion instead of Palomino Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brass Scorpion 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.