PPG • PPG1052-5

Horizon Glow

Name: PPG Horizon Glow PPG1052-5
Brand: PPG

Often used for its versatile qualities, Horizon Glow remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#ad7171

LRV

22.00

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Light Reflectance Value

22.00

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Horizon Glow's Color Strip

Horizon Glow is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Floral Tapestry and Mesa Red. The strip spans from Ginger Cream at the lightest end to Ruby Lips at the deepest. Strip PPG1052 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.

1Ginger Cream 2Brandy Alexander 3Strawflower 4Floral Tapestry 5Horizon Glow

6Mesa Red 7Ruby Lips

Horizon Glow in Real Rooms

Horizon Glow has a medium LRV of 22 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

1 Bathroom Photo

The interaction between Horizon Glow and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

Horizon Glow — moody bathroom

@simplywalldecor

1 Dining Room Photo

Horizon Glow 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.

Horizon Glow paint in a minimalist dining room

@simplywalldecor

1 Front Door Photo

Using Horizon Glow 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.

bold front door featuring Horizon Glow by PPG

@simplywalldecor

1 Bedroom Photo

For guest bedrooms, Horizon Glow 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 organic modern bedroom painted in Horizon Glow

@simplywalldecor

1 House Photo

Using Horizon Glow on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

Horizon Glow color — mediterranean house inspiration

@simplywalldecor

1 Home Office Photo

A home office in Horizon Glow strikes the perfect balance between focused and inviting. The color grounds the room without feeling corporate, and its depth gives the space a sense of purpose. Pair with dark wood furniture to make long working hours feel more comfortable.

PPG Horizon Glow in a contemporary home office

@simplywalldecor

1 Kitchen Photo

Horizon Glow in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.

Horizon Glow — industrial kitchen

@simplywalldecor

1 Living Room Photo

Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Horizon Glow. 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 organic modern living room painted in Horizon Glow

@simplywalldecor

1 Mudroom Photo

In a mudroom, Horizon Glow provides a clean "reset" as you enter the home. It's a palette cleanser that helps you leave the stress of the outside world at the door, creating a transition zone that is both functional and beautiful.

Horizon Glow paint in a earthy mudroom

@simplywalldecor

1 Patio Photo

On a deck or patio floor, Horizon Glow provides a cool, sophisticated surface that feels modern and clean. It's a great way to update an old wooden deck, giving it a high-end "architectural" feel with just a simple change of tone.