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Glidden BLUE CALICO PPG1246-7

BLUE CALICO

Glidden

PPG1246-7

About BLUE CALICO by Glidden

Compare BLUE CALICO

Brightness: 15%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5868ae

RGB: 88, 104, 174

Hue229°

Saturation35%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

BLUE CALICO

Glidden

PPG1246-7

Frequently asked questions

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

Is BLUE CALICO PPG1246-7 a warm or cool color?
BLUE CALICO by Glidden is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is BLUE CALICO?
BLUE CALICO sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 229°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for BLUE CALICO?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 229°. The hex value is #5868ae. The RGB value is 88, 104, 174.
Is BLUE CALICO better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
BLUE CALICO has brightness around 15%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with BLUE CALICO?
You can match BLUE CALICO 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 BLUE CALICO work best in a home?
BLUE CALICO 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 BLUE CALICO compare to a pure white paint?
BLUE CALICO is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper 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 BLUE CALICO in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

BLUE CALICO

Glidden

PPG1246-7

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

BLUE CALICO

Glidden

PPG1246-7

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

BLUE CALICO

Glidden

PPG1246-7

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Boudoir Blue

Behr

MQ5-48

Southern Belle

Benjamin Moore

819

Fancy Pants

Benjamin Moore

CSP-525

Gentian

Sherwin Williams

SW6817