Dix Blue vs French Violet
Where Dix Blue belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, French Violet is a PPG color. Dix Blue reads as blue-grey, while French Violet reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Dix Blue (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than French Violet (LRV 30), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 28.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 French Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and French Violet 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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