Ivory Lace → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace (SW 7013), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Ivory Lace
If you love Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Ivory Lace (SW 7013) is a light cream with warm ivory cream undertones. A warm, golden ivory. More golden than Creamy, lighter than Canvas Tan. The warm, antique quality of old lace. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 75) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Ivory Lace 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 results are decent but not perfect. The closest PPG option is Swirl (PPG1022-2) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Swirl is the closest PPG option at LRV 73. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Ivory Lace
Swirl is the closest PPG option at LRV 73. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Ivory Lace | Swirl | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 75 | 73 |
| Hex | #E4DED2 | #E0DBD1 |
| Undertone | Warm Ivory Cream | Warm Swirl Cream |
| Family | Cream | Off-White |
Undertone Comparison
Ivory Lace has warm ivory cream undertones. A warm, golden ivory. More golden than Creamy, lighter than Canvas Tan. The warm, antique quality of old lace.
Swirl has warm swirl cream undertones. A warm, swirling off-white with beige undertones. Named for the gentle motion of cream in coffee. Organic and inviting.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Ivory Lace's warm ivory cream quality may read differently than Swirl's warm swirl cream character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Ivory Lace in Your Room
The golden warmth is gentle. In bright rooms, a warm off-white with visible cream. In dim rooms, cozy warmth.
Swirl in Your Room
Warm and gentle. In bright rooms, a warm off-white. In dim rooms, cozy warmth.
LRV and Brightness
Ivory Lace has an LRV of 75, while Swirl has an LRV of 73. 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 Ivory Lace
Sherwin Williams recommends Ivory Lace for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room. With an LRV of 75, this is a 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.
Swirl is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Swirl in the same rooms you planned for Ivory Lace.
Ivory Lace in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Ivory Lace (SW 7013) is Swirl (PPG1022-2) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Swirl is the closest PPG option at LRV 73. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. 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. Ivory Lace is a Sherwin Williams color with warm ivory cream undertones and an LRV of 75. Swirl is a PPG color with warm swirl cream undertones and an LRV of 73. With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. 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 3.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
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.