Yriel Yellow vs Clear Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Clear Yellow is a little lighter, more saturated than Yriel Yellow.

Can I use Clear Yellow instead of Yriel Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Clear Yellow is a little lighter, more saturated than Yriel Yellow.

Can I use Yriel Yellow instead of Clear Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Yriel Yellow is a little 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.