City Skyline
We've categorized City Skyline as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#7b7a79
LRV
20.00
City Skyline's Color Strip
City Skyline is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Burnished Blade and Starless Sky. The strip spans from Shaded Whisper at the lightest end to Starless Sky at the deepest. Strip PPG0995 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
City Skyline in Real Rooms
City Skyline has a medium LRV of 20 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Home Office Photo
City Skyline works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
PPG City Skyline in a neutral home office
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1 Dining Room Photo
City Skyline encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
City Skyline paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Front Door Photo
Using City Skyline for the front door allows the hardware to be the "jewelry" of the house. Whether you choose a modern long-bar handle or a traditional knocker, the color provides the perfect stage for the metalwork to shine.
classy front door featuring City Skyline by PPG
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1 Bedroom Photo
For guest bedrooms, City Skyline is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
A cozy bedroom painted in City Skyline
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1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of City Skyline in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
City Skyline — coastal bathroom
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1 Mudroom Photo
City Skyline 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.
City Skyline paint in a cottagecore mudroom
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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. City Skyline holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.
wabi-sabi patio featuring City Skyline by PPG
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as City Skyline. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
A cozy living room painted in City Skyline
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, City Skyline provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
A bold kitchen cabinets painted in City Skyline
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1 House Photo
In suburban environments, City Skyline 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.
City Skyline — rustic modern house
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