Golden Cream vs Deep Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 15.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Deep Yellow is a little darker, much more saturated than Golden Cream.

Can I use Deep Yellow instead of Golden Cream?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Deep Yellow is a little darker, much more saturated than Golden Cream.

Can I use Golden Cream instead of Deep Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Golden Cream is a little lighter, much 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.