Hicks' Blue vs Lime Wash
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while Lime Wash comes from PPG. Hicks' Blue reads as blue, while Lime Wash reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Lime Wash has an LRV of 74. At ΔE 56.7, 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 Lime Wash Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Lime Wash 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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