Hicks' Blue vs Bourbon
Hicks' Blue (Little Greene) and Bourbon (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hicks' Blue reads as blue, while Bourbon reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Bourbon has an LRV of 15. A ΔE of 44.4 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 Bourbon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Bourbon 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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