Obsidian (PPG1035-7) is a deep blue from PPG with a moderate blue-green undertone. Its LRV is about 8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Obsidian (98% match).
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LRV
8 · Very dark
Undertone
Blue-green · moderate
Temperature
Cool
Code
PPG1035-7
HEX
#455257
RGB
69, 82, 87
HSL
197°, 12%, 31%
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Obsidian FAQ
What undertone does Obsidian have?
Obsidian is a deep blue with a moderate blue-green undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.
What is the LRV of Obsidian?
Obsidian has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.
What is the closest match to Obsidian in other brands?
Glidden: Obsidian (PPG1035-7), 98%; Benjamin Moore: Navy Masterpiece (1652), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Tarragon (SW 9660), 97%; Dunn-Edwards: Dark Shadows (DEA183), 97%; Behr: Chimney (PPU25-22), 96%; Valspar: Cobalt Cannon (5001-2C), 96%; Farrow & Ball: Hague Blue (No. 30), 93%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cyberspace (HGSW7076), 90%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Obsidian?
The HEX code of Obsidian (PPG1035-7) is #455257, RGB 69, 82, 87. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.