Ivory White vs Birch

How close are they?

ΔE 5.3, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Birch is more muted, cooler than Ivory White.

Can I use Birch instead of Ivory White?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Birch is more muted, cooler than Ivory White.

Can I use Ivory White instead of Birch?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ivory White is more saturated, warmer.

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.