Glidden Planetarium
PPG1242-6 · #1C70AD · LRV ~14.9
Closest tone in another brand: PPG Planetarium (~96% proximity)Planetarium (PPG1242-6) is a dark blue from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 14.9 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest tone in another brand is PPG Planetarium (~96% proximity).
Closest tone to Planetarium in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
14.9 · Dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
PPG1242-6
HEX
#1C70AD
RGB
28, 112, 173
HSL
205°, 72%, 39%
Family
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Planetarium FAQ
What is the LRV of Planetarium?
Planetarium has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 14.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Planetarium in other brands?
PPG: Planetarium (PPG1242-6), ~96% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Paddington Blue (791), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Peek-A-Boo Blue (4007-10C), ~94% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Blue Chip (SW 6959), ~93% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Americana (DE5845), ~93% proximity; Behr: Mega Blue (P520-6), ~91% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Lupine (HGSW6810), ~76% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Cook's Blue (No. 237), ~58% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Planetarium?
The HEX code of Planetarium (PPG1242-6) is #1C70AD, RGB 28, 112, 173. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.