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Glidden MINERVA PPG1231-3

MINERVA

Glidden

PPG1231-3

About MINERVA by Glidden

Compare MINERVA

Brightness: 67.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b5deda

RGB: 181, 222, 218

Hue174°

Saturation38%

Lightness79%

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

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PPG1231-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is MINERVA PPG1231-3 a warm or cool color?
MINERVA 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 MINERVA?
MINERVA sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 174°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for MINERVA?
Brightness is about 67%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 174°. The hex value is #b5deda. The RGB value is 181, 222, 218.
Is MINERVA better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
MINERVA has brightness around 67%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with MINERVA?
You can match MINERVA 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 MINERVA work best in a home?
MINERVA 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 MINERVA compare to a pure white paint?
MINERVA 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 MINERVA in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

MINERVA

Glidden

PPG1231-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

MINERVA

Glidden

PPG1231-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

MINERVA

Glidden

PPG1231-3

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Maritime Blue

Benjamin Moore

667

Meander Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6484

San Clemente Teal

Benjamin Moore

730

Oceanfront

Benjamin Moore

660