Livid vs Blue Smoke
Livid (Little Greene) and Blue Smoke (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Livid belongs to the blue-green family and Blue Smoke to the blue family. Blue Smoke has an LRV of 73. A ΔE of 37.9 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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Livid vs Blue Smoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Livid on one side and Blue Smoke 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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