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Glidden ALMOST AQUA PPG1229-3

ALMOST AQUA

Glidden

PPG1229-3

About ALMOST AQUA by Glidden

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Brightness: 62.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #98ddc5

RGB: 152, 221, 197

Hue159°

Saturation50%

Lightness73%

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These are close matches to ALMOST AQUA from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how ALMOST AQUA looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is ALMOST AQUA PPG1229-3 a warm or cool color?
ALMOST AQUA by Glidden is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is ALMOST AQUA?
ALMOST AQUA sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 159°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for ALMOST AQUA?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 50%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 159°. The hex value is #98ddc5. The RGB value is 152, 221, 197.
Is ALMOST AQUA better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
ALMOST AQUA has brightness around 62%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with ALMOST AQUA?
You can match ALMOST AQUA with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does ALMOST AQUA work best in a home?
ALMOST AQUA works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does ALMOST AQUA compare to a pure white paint?
ALMOST AQUA is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Glidden

These lighter shades sit above ALMOST AQUA in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

ALMOST AQUA

Glidden

PPG1229-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

These colors drop a bit below ALMOST AQUA in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

ALMOST AQUA

Glidden

PPG1229-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from ALMOST AQUA. They add contrast without clashing.

ALMOST AQUA

Glidden

PPG1229-3

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