Dix Blue vs S448
Dix Blue (Farrow & Ball) and S448 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Dix Blue reads as blue-grey, while S448 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 20-point LRV gap — 41 for Dix Blue vs 21 for S448 — means Dix Blue will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 19.5 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 S448 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and S448 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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