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Glidden SHRINKING VIOLET PPG1162-5

SHRINKING VIOLET

Glidden

PPG1162-5

About SHRINKING VIOLET by Glidden

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Brightness: 22%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5d84b1

RGB: 93, 132, 177

Hue212°

Saturation35%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is SHRINKING VIOLET PPG1162-5 a warm or cool color?
SHRINKING VIOLET by Glidden is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is SHRINKING VIOLET?
SHRINKING VIOLET sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 212°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for SHRINKING VIOLET?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 212°. The hex value is #5d84b1. The RGB value is 93, 132, 177.
Is SHRINKING VIOLET better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
SHRINKING VIOLET has brightness around 22%. 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 SHRINKING VIOLET?
You can match SHRINKING VIOLET 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 SHRINKING VIOLET work best in a home?
SHRINKING VIOLET 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 SHRINKING VIOLET compare to a pure white paint?
SHRINKING VIOLET is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 SHRINKING VIOLET in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

SHRINKING VIOLET

Glidden

PPG1162-5

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

SHRINKING VIOLET

Glidden

PPG1162-5

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

SHRINKING VIOLET

Glidden

PPG1162-5

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