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Glidden ZEN PPG1040-1

ZEN

Glidden

PPG1040-1

About ZEN by Glidden

Compare ZEN

Brightness: 68.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #cfd9de

RGB: 207, 217, 222

Hue200°

Saturation19%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

ZEN

Glidden

PPG1040-1

Frequently asked questions

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

Is ZEN PPG1040-1 a warm or cool color?
ZEN 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 ZEN?
ZEN sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 200°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for ZEN?
Brightness is about 68%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 200°. The hex value is #cfd9de. The RGB value is 207, 217, 222.
Is ZEN better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
ZEN has brightness around 68%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with ZEN?
You can match ZEN 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 ZEN work best in a home?
ZEN 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 ZEN compare to a pure white paint?
ZEN 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 ZEN in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

ZEN

Glidden

PPG1040-1

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

ZEN

Glidden

PPG1040-1

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

ZEN

Glidden

PPG1040-1

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Mild Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6533

Beacon Gray

Benjamin Moore

2128-60

Moonmist

Sherwin Williams

SW9144

Hinting Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6519