Hicks' Blue vs Instant Relief
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while Instant Relief comes from PPG. Hue-wise, Hicks' Blue belongs to the blue family and Instant Relief to the beige-yellow family. Instant Relief has an LRV of 79. At ΔE 59.6, 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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Hicks' Blue vs Instant Relief Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Instant Relief 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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