Ivory Lace → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace (SW 7013), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Ivory Lace
If you love Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, 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 Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Natural Cream (OC-14) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Natural Cream is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Ivory Lace
Natural Cream is close.
| Ivory Lace | Natural Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 75 | 77.23 |
| Hex | #E4DED2 | #E9E1D0 |
| Undertone | Warm Ivory Cream | Warm Cream |
| Family | Cream | Cream |
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.
Natural Cream has warm cream undertones. A rich cream with warm yellow undertones. More color than a white, cozy and enveloping.
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
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.
Natural Cream in Your Room
The cream is always present. In south-facing rooms, it glows warmly. A classic warm neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Ivory Lace has an LRV of 75, while Natural Cream has an LRV of 77.23. 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.
Natural Cream is recommended for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway. 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.
Ivory Lace in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Ivory Lace (SW 7013) is Natural Cream (OC-14) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Natural Cream is close. 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. Natural Cream is a Benjamin Moore color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 77.23. With a Delta E of 3.4, 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 3.4, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.