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Glidden MISTY AQUA PPG1147-3

MISTY AQUA

Glidden

PPG1147-3

About MISTY AQUA by Glidden

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Brightness: 66.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #bcdbdb

RGB: 188, 219, 219

Hue180°

Saturation30%

Lightness80%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is MISTY AQUA PPG1147-3 a warm or cool color?
MISTY AQUA 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 MISTY AQUA?
MISTY AQUA sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 180°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for MISTY AQUA?
Brightness is about 67%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #bcdbdb. The RGB value is 188, 219, 219.
Is MISTY AQUA better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
MISTY AQUA 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 MISTY AQUA?
You can match MISTY AQUA 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 MISTY AQUA work best in a home?
MISTY AQUA 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 MISTY AQUA compare to a pure white paint?
MISTY AQUA 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 MISTY AQUA in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

MISTY AQUA

Glidden

PPG1147-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

MISTY AQUA

Glidden

PPG1147-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

MISTY AQUA

Glidden

PPG1147-3

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