Hicks' Blue vs H486
Hicks' Blue (Little Greene) and H486 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hicks' Blue reads as blue, while H486 reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. H486 has an LRV of 56. A ΔE of 46.4 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 H486 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and H486 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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