James White → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Farrow & Ball James White (No.2010), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for James White
If you love Farrow & Ball James White but need a PPG alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers PPG, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
James White (No.2010) is a very light white with warm heritage white undertones. A warm, heritage white named for the F&B founder. Richer than All White, warmer than Strong White. The most personal white in the F&B range. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 82) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between James White and every PPG color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong PPG match for James White. Rendezvous (PPG1025-1) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Rendezvous is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
PPG Matches for James White
Rendezvous is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
| James White | Rendezvous | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 82 | 82 |
| Hex | #EAE6DE | #EBE7DF |
| Undertone | Warm Heritage White | Warm Cream White |
| Family | White | White |
Undertone Comparison
James White has warm heritage white undertones. A warm, heritage white named for the F&B founder. Richer than All White, warmer than Strong White. The most personal white in the F&B range.
Rendezvous has warm cream white undertones. A warm cream white. PPG's go-to warm white for trim and walls. Less golden than Gypsum, brighter than Whiskers.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
James White in Your Room
Warm and inviting. A warm white with visible cream. Reads as a rich warm white in all rooms.
Rendezvous in Your Room
Clean and warm. Reads as a warm bright white in most rooms. Inviting without being obviously cream.
LRV and Brightness
James White has an LRV of 82, while Rendezvous has an LRV of 82. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for James White
Farrow & Ball recommends James White for: whole house, living room, bedroom, trim, kitchen. With an LRV of 82, this is a very light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.
Rendezvous is recommended for: trim, whole house, cabinets, bedroom, living room. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for James White (No.2010) is Rendezvous (PPG1025-1) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Rendezvous is the closest PPG option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. James White is a Farrow & Ball color with warm heritage white undertones and an LRV of 82. Rendezvous is a PPG color with warm cream white undertones and an LRV of 82. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.