Dix Blue vs Pale Lilac
Dix Blue (Farrow & Ball) and Pale Lilac (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Dix Blue belongs to the blue-grey family and Pale Lilac to the blue family. The 31-point LRV gap — 72 for Pale Lilac vs 41 for Dix Blue — means Pale Lilac will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 21.6 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 Pale Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and Pale Lilac 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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