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Glidden VIOLET AURA PPG1168-5

VIOLET AURA

Glidden

PPG1168-5

About VIOLET AURA by Glidden

Compare VIOLET AURA

Brightness: 26%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #838ba4

RGB: 131, 139, 164

Hue226°

Saturation15%

Lightness58%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

VIOLET AURA

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PPG1168-5

Frequently asked questions

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

Is VIOLET AURA PPG1168-5 a warm or cool color?
VIOLET AURA 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 VIOLET AURA?
VIOLET AURA sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 226°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for VIOLET AURA?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 226°. The hex value is #838ba4. The RGB value is 131, 139, 164.
Is VIOLET AURA better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
VIOLET AURA has brightness around 26%. 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 VIOLET AURA?
You can match VIOLET AURA 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 VIOLET AURA work best in a home?
VIOLET AURA 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 VIOLET AURA compare to a pure white paint?
VIOLET AURA 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 VIOLET AURA in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

VIOLET AURA

Glidden

PPG1168-5

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

VIOLET AURA

Glidden

PPG1168-5

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

VIOLET AURA

Glidden

PPG1168-5

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Soulful Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6543

Queen's Wreath

Benjamin Moore

1426

Flower Box

Benjamin Moore

CSP-530

Dusty Heather

Sherwin Williams

SW9073