Dix Blue vs Blue Beard
Dix Blue (Farrow & Ball) and Blue Beard (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Dix Blue reads as blue-grey, while Blue Beard reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 5-point LRV gap — 46 for Blue Beard vs 41 for Dix Blue — means Blue Beard will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 12.6 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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Dix Blue vs Blue Beard Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and Blue Beard 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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