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Glidden SET SAIL PPG1243-3

SET SAIL

Glidden

PPG1243-3

About SET SAIL by Glidden

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Brightness: 56.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #abcaea

RGB: 171, 202, 234

Hue211°

Saturation60%

Lightness79%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is SET SAIL PPG1243-3 a warm or cool color?
SET SAIL 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 SET SAIL?
SET SAIL sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 211°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for SET SAIL?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 60%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 211°. The hex value is #abcaea. The RGB value is 171, 202, 234.
Is SET SAIL better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
SET SAIL has brightness around 57%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with SET SAIL?
You can match SET SAIL 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 SET SAIL work best in a home?
SET SAIL 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 SET SAIL compare to a pure white paint?
SET SAIL 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 SET SAIL in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

SET SAIL

Glidden

PPG1243-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

SET SAIL

Glidden

PPG1243-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

SET SAIL

Glidden

PPG1243-3

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