Hicks' Blue vs Summer Suede
Hicks' Blue is a Little Greene color while Summer Suede comes from PPG. Hue-wise, Hicks' Blue belongs to the blue family and Summer Suede to the beige-greige family. Summer Suede has an LRV of 48. At ΔE 46.1, 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 Summer Suede Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hicks' Blue on one side and Summer Suede 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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