Why does Inventor 2013 FDS shows all white materials as grey?

[Anonymous]

I've got some insulation that is colored white and no matter what white I use or alter the views still show grey.  2011 didn't have this problem as white-flat looked white on screen.  Does anyone know what gives?

[SBix26]

At least part of the answer is lighting.  Try changing your lighting style-- the default Two Lights style has one of them (Light 2, I think) with a bluish gray color.  When I made that one white, all appearances brightened up a lot.  Brighter whites!  Just like a laundry detergent commercial...

Sam B
Inventor 2012 Certified Professional

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Inventor Professional 2013 SP1.1 Update 1
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