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Glidden COOL GRAY PPG10-12

COOL GRAY

Glidden

PPG10-12

About COOL GRAY by Glidden

Compare COOL GRAY

Brightness: 61.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c3d0d8

RGB: 195, 208, 216

Hue203°

Saturation21%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

COOL GRAY

Glidden

PPG10-12

Frequently asked questions

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

Is COOL GRAY PPG10-12 a warm or cool color?
COOL GRAY 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 COOL GRAY?
COOL GRAY sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 203°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for COOL GRAY?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 21%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 203°. The hex value is #c3d0d8. The RGB value is 195, 208, 216.
Is COOL GRAY better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
COOL GRAY 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 COOL GRAY?
You can match COOL GRAY 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 COOL GRAY work best in a home?
COOL GRAY 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 COOL GRAY compare to a pure white paint?
COOL GRAY 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 COOL GRAY in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

COOL GRAY

Glidden

PPG10-12

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

COOL GRAY

Glidden

PPG10-12

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

COOL GRAY

Glidden

PPG10-12

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Denim Light

Behr

PPU14-15

Mt. Rainier Gray

Benjamin Moore

2129-60

Grand Rapids

Benjamin Moore

835

Mild Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6533