Squig Orange vs Cherry Wood

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Cherry Wood is noticeably darker than Squig Orange.

Can I use Cherry Wood instead of Squig Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Cherry Wood is noticeably darker than Squig Orange.

Can I use Squig Orange instead of Cherry Wood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Squig Orange is noticeably lighter.

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.