Amber Alchemy vs Aged Metal

How close are they?

ΔE 12.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Aged Metal is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Amber Alchemy.

Can I use Aged Metal instead of Amber Alchemy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Aged Metal is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Amber Alchemy.

Can I use Amber Alchemy instead of Aged Metal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Amber Alchemy is a little darker, 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.