Dorn Yellow vs Sandy Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 25.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Sandy Yellow is a little darker, much more muted, warmer than Dorn Yellow.

Can I use Sandy Yellow instead of Dorn Yellow?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 25). Sandy Yellow is a little darker, much more muted, warmer than Dorn Yellow.

Can I use Dorn Yellow instead of Sandy Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dorn Yellow is a little lighter, much more saturated, 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.