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Balanced

We've categorized Balanced as a versatile and reflective paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#d7d2d1

LRV

65.00

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Light Reflectance Value
65.00
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Balanced's Color Strip

Balanced is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Fall Chill and Silver Bells. The strip spans from Fall Chill at the lightest end to Blackhearth at the deepest. Strip PPG1003 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Balanced in Real Rooms

Balanced has a high LRV of 65 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Front Door Photo

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Balanced rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.

cottagecore front door featuring Balanced by PPG

cottagecore front door featuring Balanced by PPG

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1 Bathroom Photo

Balanced is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.

Balanced — coastal bathroom

Balanced — coastal bathroom

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1 House Photo

In suburban environments, Balanced provides a sophisticated point of difference. It stands out from the sea of beige and grey without being "that house" that's too loud. It's the subtle, high-end choice that improves the curb appeal of the entire block.

Balanced color — aesthetic house inspiration

Balanced color — aesthetic house inspiration

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1 Kitchen Photo

Balanced is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.

vintage kitchen cabinets featuring Balanced by PPG

vintage kitchen cabinets featuring Balanced by PPG

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1 Living Room Photo

Balanced provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.

PPG Balanced in a mid century living room

PPG Balanced in a mid century living room

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1 Home Office Photo

The transition from "home life" to "work life" can be signaled by the color of the room. Entering a space painted in Balanced provides a mental shift, telling your brain that it's time to settle in and be productive.

Balanced paint in a contemporary home office

Balanced paint in a contemporary home office

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1 Dining Room Photo

The color Balanced has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.

A traditional dining room painted in Balanced

A traditional dining room painted in Balanced

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1 Bedroom Photo

There's a rhythmic quality to Balanced in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.

Balanced — moody bedroom

Balanced — moody bedroom

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1 Mudroom Photo

Balanced in the mudroom earns its keep. It's a color that can handle the traffic — grounding enough to hide the daily chaos, and intentional enough to make the transition from outside feel considered and high-end.

Balanced color — rustic modern mudroom inspiration

Balanced color — rustic modern mudroom inspiration

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1 Patio Photo

Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Balanced holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

Balanced — mediterranean patio

Balanced — mediterranean patio

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Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Color Codes

HEX#d7d2d1
RGB215, 210, 209
HSL10° 7% 83%
CIE LabL: 84.6 a: 1.5 b: 1.1
XYZX: 62.58 Y: 65.14 Z: 69.59
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