Dorn Yellow vs Banana Split

How close are they?

ΔE 12.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Banana Split is more saturated than Dorn Yellow.

Can I use Banana Split instead of Dorn Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Banana Split is more saturated than Dorn Yellow.

Can I use Dorn Yellow instead of Banana Split?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dorn Yellow is 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.