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Glidden CRUSHED VELVET PPG1245-7

CRUSHED VELVET

Glidden

PPG1245-7

About CRUSHED VELVET by Glidden

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Brightness: 9.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #445397

RGB: 68, 83, 151

Hue229°

Saturation38%

Lightness43%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

CRUSHED VELVET

Glidden

PPG1245-7

Frequently asked questions

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

Is CRUSHED VELVET PPG1245-7 a warm or cool color?
CRUSHED VELVET 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 CRUSHED VELVET?
CRUSHED VELVET 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 CRUSHED VELVET?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 43%. Hue is close to 229°. The hex value is #445397. The RGB value is 68, 83, 151.
Is CRUSHED VELVET better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
CRUSHED VELVET has brightness around 10%. 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 CRUSHED VELVET?
You can match CRUSHED VELVET 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 CRUSHED VELVET work best in a home?
CRUSHED VELVET 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 CRUSHED VELVET compare to a pure white paint?
CRUSHED VELVET 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 CRUSHED VELVET in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

CRUSHED VELVET

Glidden

PPG1245-7

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

CRUSHED VELVET

Glidden

PPG1245-7

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

CRUSHED VELVET

Glidden

PPG1245-7

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