Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum vs Imperial Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 6.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Imperial Gold is warmer than Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum.

Can I use Imperial Gold instead of Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 6). Imperial Gold is warmer than Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum.

Can I use Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum instead of Imperial Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Champagne Gold Anodized Aluminum is cooler.

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.