PPG • PPG1028-1

Hint Of Pine

Name: PPG Hint Of Pine PPG1028-1
Brand: PPG

Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Hint Of Pine remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#e5e7d5

LRV

78.00

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Light Reflectance Value

78.00

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Hint Of Pine's Color Strip

Hint Of Pine is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. As part of strip PPG1028, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

1Hint Of Pine

2With A Twist 3Pine Crush 4Smoky Slate 5Autumn Gray 6Momentum 7Walnut Grove

Hint Of Pine in Real Rooms

Hint Of Pine has a high LRV of 78 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Hint Of Pine is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

bold front door featuring Hint Of Pine by PPG

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1 Home Office Photo

Hint Of Pine in an office encourages a "deep work" mindset. Its depth and maturity create an environment of gravitas, helping you take your own projects and ambitions more seriously through the sheer atmosphere of the room.

PPG Hint Of Pine in a mid century home office

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1 Dining Room Photo

Hint Of Pine in the dining room sets a tone of warmth and occasion. Whether used on all four walls or as a single statement wall behind a sideboard, it creates the kind of atmosphere that makes every dinner feel like a special event.

Hint Of Pine paint in a art deco dining room

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1 Bathroom Photo

Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Hint Of Pine holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

Hint Of Pine — traditional bathroom

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1 Bedroom Photo

A bedroom finished in Hint Of Pine rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

A traditional bedroom painted in Hint Of Pine

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1 Living Room Photo

The beauty of Hint Of Pine in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

A mid century living room painted in Hint Of Pine

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1 Mudroom Photo

Painting mudroom cubbies and benches in Hint Of Pine creates a built-in look that feels like a deliberate part of the home's architecture. It turns a utilitarian storage area into a sophisticated "moment" in the house's layout.

Hint Of Pine paint in a rustic modern mudroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

Hint Of Pine 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.

Hint Of Pine — vintage kitchen

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1 House Photo

On a traditional or historic home, Hint Of Pine acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

Hint Of Pine color — maximalist house inspiration

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1 Patio Photo

The way Hint Of Pine interacts with fire—whether from a fire pit or outdoor torches—is magical. It catches the orange glow and creates a warm, flickering atmosphere that is perfect for late-night outdoor entertaining.