Dix Blue vs Magic Dust
Dix Blue is a Farrow & Ball color while Magic Dust comes from PPG. Dix Blue reads as blue-grey, while Magic Dust reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 41 vs 21, Dix Blue will read as the brighter of the two — a 20-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 21.8, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and Magic Dust 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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