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Glidden NOSTALGIA PPG1049-3

NOSTALGIA

Glidden

PPG1049-3

About NOSTALGIA by Glidden

Compare NOSTALGIA

Brightness: 52.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d6b8bd

RGB: 214, 184, 189

Hue350°

Saturation27%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

NOSTALGIA

Glidden

PPG1049-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is NOSTALGIA PPG1049-3 a warm or cool color?
NOSTALGIA 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 NOSTALGIA?
NOSTALGIA sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 350°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for NOSTALGIA?
Brightness is about 52%. Saturation is around 27%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 350°. The hex value is #d6b8bd. The RGB value is 214, 184, 189.
Is NOSTALGIA better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
NOSTALGIA has brightness around 52%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with NOSTALGIA?
You can match NOSTALGIA 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 NOSTALGIA work best in a home?
NOSTALGIA 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 NOSTALGIA compare to a pure white paint?
NOSTALGIA 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 NOSTALGIA in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

NOSTALGIA

Glidden

PPG1049-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

NOSTALGIA

Glidden

PPG1049-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

NOSTALGIA

Glidden

PPG1049-3

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Delightful

Sherwin Williams

SW6289

Homespun Charm

Benjamin Moore

1249

Kept Love Letters

Benjamin Moore

CSP-425

Fading Rose

Sherwin Williams

SW6296