Bullion vs Imperial Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 10.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Imperial Gold is more muted than Bullion.

Can I use Imperial Gold instead of Bullion?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Imperial Gold is more muted than Bullion.

Can I use Bullion instead of Imperial Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bullion is more saturated.

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.