Iceberg vs Dix Blue
Iceberg (Benjamin Moore) and Dix Blue (Farrow & Ball) come from different manufacturers. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. The 30-point LRV gap — 71 for Iceberg vs 41 for Dix Blue — means Iceberg will open up a space more effectively. Where Iceberg leans blue, Dix Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 19.3 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Iceberg vs Dix Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iceberg on one side and Dix Blue on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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