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PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3)

Best Sellergreige

HEX

#CBC4B5

RGB

203, 196, 181

LRV

56

Code

PPG1025-3

Overview

PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3) is a neutral greige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56. Medium — balanced between light and dark, versatile choice. This best-selling shade works beautifully in living room and dining room settings and pairs well with Modern Farmhouse design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #CBC4B5 | RGB: 203, 196, 181
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 56 — Medium — balanced between light and dark, versatile choice
  • Undertone: Neutral — balanced, works with warm and cool accents
  • Color family: Greige
  • Best for: living room, dining room, bedroom
  • Design styles: Modern Farmhouse, Scandinavian, Transitional

Why Choose This Color

  • Whiskers is one of the most searched PPG colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 56, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The neutral undertone makes it adaptable to any lighting condition
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Whiskers for Modern Farmhouse and Scandinavian aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Whiskers with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing — colors look different under various lighting
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm light), and evening (artificial light)
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a darker trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use PPG's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

ppggreigeneutrallrv-56living-roomdining-roombedroommodern-farmhousescandinaviantransitional

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Frequently Asked Questions

PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3) is a neutral greige paint color with an LRV of 56. It's one of the brand's best-selling colors, ideal for living room and dining room spaces.