Hicks' Blue vs S 2005-Y40R
Hicks' Blue (Little Greene) and S 2005-Y40R (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Hicks' Blue belongs to the blue family and S 2005-Y40R to the beige-greige family. S 2005-Y40R has an LRV of 53. Where Hicks' Blue leans blue, S 2005-Y40R reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 47.4 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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Hicks' Blue vs S 2005-Y40R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and S 2005-Y40R 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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