Bright Ivory vs White

How close are they?

ΔE 11.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. White is a little lighter, more muted than Bright Ivory.

Can I use White instead of Bright Ivory?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). White is a little lighter, more muted than Bright Ivory.

Can I use Bright Ivory instead of White?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bright Ivory 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.