Linen White vs Ivory

How close are they?

ΔE 10.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ivory is noticeably darker, warmer than Linen White.

Can I use Ivory instead of Linen White?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Ivory is noticeably darker, warmer than Linen White.

Can I use Linen White instead of Ivory?

The same difference applies the other way round: Linen White is noticeably lighter, 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.