Hicks' Blue vs Southern Wood
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while Southern Wood comes from PPG. Hue-wise, Hicks' Blue belongs to the blue family and Southern Wood to the beige-pink family. Southern Wood has an LRV of 19. At ΔE 39.8, 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 Southern Wood Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Southern Wood 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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