Fluor Yellow vs Moss and Lichen

How close are they?

ΔE 11.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Moss and Lichen is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Fluor Yellow.

Can I use Moss and Lichen instead of Fluor Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Moss and Lichen is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Fluor Yellow.

Can I use Fluor Yellow instead of Moss and Lichen?

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

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.