Golden Cream vs Sand Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 8.9, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sand Yellow is a little darker than Golden Cream.

Can I use Sand Yellow instead of Golden Cream?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Sand Yellow is a little darker than Golden Cream.

Can I use Golden Cream instead of Sand Yellow?

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