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Glidden COOL SLATE PPG1002-3

COOL SLATE

Glidden

PPG1002-3

About COOL SLATE by Glidden

Compare COOL SLATE

Brightness: 60.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d0ccc5

RGB: 208, 204, 197

Hue38°

Saturation11%

Lightness79%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

COOL SLATE

Glidden

PPG1002-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is COOL SLATE PPG1002-3 a warm or cool color?
COOL SLATE 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 COOL SLATE?
COOL SLATE sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for COOL SLATE?
Brightness is about 61%. Saturation is around 11%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #d0ccc5. The RGB value is 208, 204, 197.
Is COOL SLATE better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
COOL SLATE has brightness around 61%. 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 SLATE?
You can match COOL SLATE 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 SLATE work best in a home?
COOL SLATE 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 SLATE compare to a pure white paint?
COOL SLATE 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 COOL SLATE in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

COOL SLATE

Glidden

PPG1002-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

COOL SLATE

Glidden

PPG1002-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

COOL SLATE

Glidden

PPG1002-3

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Wish

Benjamin Moore

AF-680

Agreeable Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7029

Collingwood

Benjamin Moore

859

Abalone

Benjamin Moore

2108-60