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Glidden VANILLA TAN PPG1202-1

VANILLA TAN

Glidden

PPG1202-1

About VANILLA TAN by Glidden

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Brightness: 82.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f1e9dd

RGB: 241, 233, 221

Hue36°

Saturation42%

Lightness91%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is VANILLA TAN PPG1202-1 a warm or cool color?
VANILLA TAN by Glidden is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is VANILLA TAN?
VANILLA TAN sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for VANILLA TAN?
Brightness is about 82%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 91%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #f1e9dd. The RGB value is 241, 233, 221.
Is VANILLA TAN better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
VANILLA TAN has brightness around 82%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with VANILLA TAN?
You can match VANILLA TAN 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 VANILLA TAN work best in a home?
VANILLA TAN is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does VANILLA TAN compare to a pure white paint?
VANILLA TAN is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 VANILLA TAN in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

VANILLA TAN

Glidden

PPG1202-1

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

VANILLA TAN

Glidden

PPG1202-1

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

VANILLA TAN

Glidden

PPG1202-1

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