Dix Blue vs Blue Willow
Dix Blue is a Farrow & Ball color while Blue Willow comes from PPG. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. At LRV 47 vs 41, Blue Willow will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 5.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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 Willow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and Blue Willow 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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