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Glidden BE SPONTANEOUS PPG1221-6

BE SPONTANEOUS

Glidden

PPG1221-6

About BE SPONTANEOUS by Glidden

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Brightness: 51.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a5cb66

RGB: 165, 203, 102

Hue83°

Saturation49%

Lightness60%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

BE SPONTANEOUS

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PPG1221-6

Frequently asked questions

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

Is BE SPONTANEOUS PPG1221-6 a warm or cool color?
BE SPONTANEOUS by Glidden is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is BE SPONTANEOUS?
BE SPONTANEOUS sits in the green family. Its hue is about 83°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for BE SPONTANEOUS?
Brightness is about 52%. Saturation is around 49%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 60%. Hue is close to 83°. The hex value is #a5cb66. The RGB value is 165, 203, 102.
Is BE SPONTANEOUS better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
BE SPONTANEOUS has brightness around 52%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with BE SPONTANEOUS?
You can match BE SPONTANEOUS 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 BE SPONTANEOUS work best in a home?
BE SPONTANEOUS 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 BE SPONTANEOUS compare to a pure white paint?
BE SPONTANEOUS is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 BE SPONTANEOUS in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

BE SPONTANEOUS

Glidden

PPG1221-6

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

BE SPONTANEOUS

Glidden

PPG1221-6

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

BE SPONTANEOUS

Glidden

PPG1221-6

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