Iceborn vs Cold White

How close are they?

ΔE 12.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Cold White is a little lighter, more muted than Iceborn.

Can I use Cold White instead of Iceborn?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Cold White is a little lighter, more muted than Iceborn.

Can I use Iceborn instead of Cold White?

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