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Glidden MAGICAL MERLIN PPG1241-5

MAGICAL MERLIN

Glidden

PPG1241-5

About MAGICAL MERLIN by Glidden

Compare MAGICAL MERLIN

Brightness: 24.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #3d8ed0

RGB: 61, 142, 208

Hue207°

Saturation61%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

MAGICAL MERLIN

Glidden

PPG1241-5

Frequently asked questions

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

Is MAGICAL MERLIN PPG1241-5 a warm or cool color?
MAGICAL MERLIN 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 MAGICAL MERLIN?
MAGICAL MERLIN sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 207°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for MAGICAL MERLIN?
Brightness is about 25%. Saturation is around 61%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 207°. The hex value is #3d8ed0. The RGB value is 61, 142, 208.
Is MAGICAL MERLIN better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
MAGICAL MERLIN has brightness around 25%. 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 MAGICAL MERLIN?
You can match MAGICAL MERLIN 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 MAGICAL MERLIN work best in a home?
MAGICAL MERLIN 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 MAGICAL MERLIN compare to a pure white paint?
MAGICAL MERLIN 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 MAGICAL MERLIN in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

MAGICAL MERLIN

Glidden

PPG1241-5

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

MAGICAL MERLIN

Glidden

PPG1241-5

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

MAGICAL MERLIN

Glidden

PPG1241-5

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Lazy Sunday

Benjamin Moore

803

Sailor's Sea Blue

Benjamin Moore

2063-40

Clearest Ocean Blue

Benjamin Moore

2064-40

Bayberry Blue

Benjamin Moore

790