Pale Sand vs Ivory White

How close are they?

ΔE 5.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Ivory White is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Pale Sand.

Can I use Ivory White instead of Pale Sand?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Ivory White is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Pale Sand.

Can I use Pale Sand instead of Ivory White?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pale Sand is a little lighter, more muted, 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.