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Glidden PACHYDERM PPG1039-4

PACHYDERM

Glidden

PPG1039-4

About PACHYDERM by Glidden

Compare PACHYDERM

Brightness: 30.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #8f989d

RGB: 143, 152, 157

Hue201°

Saturation7%

Lightness59%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

PACHYDERM

Glidden

PPG1039-4

Frequently asked questions

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

Is PACHYDERM PPG1039-4 a warm or cool color?
PACHYDERM by Glidden is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is PACHYDERM?
PACHYDERM sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 201°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for PACHYDERM?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 201°. The hex value is #8f989d. The RGB value is 143, 152, 157.
Is PACHYDERM better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
PACHYDERM has brightness around 31%. 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 PACHYDERM?
You can match PACHYDERM 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 PACHYDERM work best in a home?
PACHYDERM 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 PACHYDERM compare to a pure white paint?
PACHYDERM is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 PACHYDERM in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

PACHYDERM

Glidden

PPG1039-4

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

PACHYDERM

Glidden

PPG1039-4

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

PACHYDERM

Glidden

PPG1039-4

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Steely Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7664

Teton Blue

Behr

N490-4

Sweatshirt Gray

Benjamin Moore

2126-40

Pewter

Benjamin Moore

2121-30