Clear Orange vs Ink Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 15.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Yellow is a little lighter, cooler than Clear Orange.

Can I use Ink Yellow instead of Clear Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Ink Yellow is a little lighter, cooler than Clear Orange.

Can I use Clear Orange instead of Ink Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Clear Orange is a little darker, 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.