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Glidden ARIEL PPG1237-3

ARIEL

Glidden

PPG1237-3

About ARIEL by Glidden

Compare ARIEL

Brightness: 63.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #aed7ea

RGB: 174, 215, 234

Hue199°

Saturation59%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

ARIEL

Glidden

PPG1237-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is ARIEL PPG1237-3 a warm or cool color?
ARIEL 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 ARIEL?
ARIEL sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for ARIEL?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 59%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #aed7ea. The RGB value is 174, 215, 234.
Is ARIEL better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
ARIEL has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with ARIEL?
You can match ARIEL 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 ARIEL work best in a home?
ARIEL 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 ARIEL compare to a pure white paint?
ARIEL 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 ARIEL in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

ARIEL

Glidden

PPG1237-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

ARIEL

Glidden

PPG1237-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

ARIEL

Glidden

PPG1237-3

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to ARIEL. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

Fairview Blue

Benjamin Moore

779

Little Boy Blue

Benjamin Moore

2061-60

Something Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6800

Sapphireberry

Benjamin Moore

2063-60