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Glidden VICTORIAN PLUM PPG1179-6

VICTORIAN PLUM

Glidden

PPG1179-6

About VICTORIAN PLUM by Glidden

Brightness: 15.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #8e6278

RGB: 142, 98, 120

Hue330°

Saturation18%

Lightness47%

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is VICTORIAN PLUM PPG1179-6 a warm or cool color?
VICTORIAN PLUM by Glidden is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is VICTORIAN PLUM?
VICTORIAN PLUM sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 330°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for VICTORIAN PLUM?
Brightness is about 16%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 47%. Hue is close to 330°. The hex value is #8e6278. The RGB value is 142, 98, 120.
Is VICTORIAN PLUM better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
VICTORIAN PLUM has brightness around 16%. 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 VICTORIAN PLUM?
You can match VICTORIAN PLUM 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 VICTORIAN PLUM work best in a home?
VICTORIAN PLUM 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 VICTORIAN PLUM compare to a pure white paint?
VICTORIAN PLUM is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 VICTORIAN PLUM in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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