Hicks' Blue vs Black olive
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while Black olive comes from RAL Classic. Hue-wise, Hicks' Blue belongs to the blue family and Black olive to the grey family. Black olive has an LRV of 7. At ΔE 19.5, 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 Black olive Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Black olive 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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