Motherlode vs Sterling Silver

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sterling Silver is a little darker, more muted than Motherlode.

Can I use Sterling Silver instead of Motherlode?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Sterling Silver is a little darker, more muted than Motherlode.

Can I use Motherlode instead of Sterling Silver?

The same difference applies the other way round: Motherlode is a little lighter, 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.