Hicks' Blue vs S448
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while S448 comes from Tikkurila. Hicks' Blue reads as blue, while S448 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. S448 has an LRV of 21. At ΔE 27.1, 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 S448 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and S448 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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