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Glidden SWEET EMILY PPG1245-3

SWEET EMILY

Glidden

PPG1245-3

About SWEET EMILY by Glidden

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Brightness: 63.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #cbd1e1

RGB: 203, 209, 225

Hue224°

Saturation27%

Lightness84%

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

SWEET EMILY

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PPG1245-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is SWEET EMILY PPG1245-3 a warm or cool color?
SWEET EMILY 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 SWEET EMILY?
SWEET EMILY sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 224°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for SWEET EMILY?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 27%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 224°. The hex value is #cbd1e1. The RGB value is 203, 209, 225.
Is SWEET EMILY better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
SWEET EMILY has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with SWEET EMILY?
You can match SWEET EMILY 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 SWEET EMILY work best in a home?
SWEET EMILY 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 SWEET EMILY compare to a pure white paint?
SWEET EMILY 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 SWEET EMILY in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

SWEET EMILY

Glidden

PPG1245-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

SWEET EMILY

Glidden

PPG1245-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

SWEET EMILY

Glidden

PPG1245-3

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