Lazy Afternoon
With a focus on versatile tones, Lazy Afternoon (PPG1007-5) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 10 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#97928b
LRV
29.00
Lazy Afternoon's Color Strip
Lazy Afternoon is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Hot Stone and Cool Charcoal. The strip spans from Willow Springs at the lightest end to Bark at the deepest. Color strip PPG1007 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Lazy Afternoon in Real Rooms
Lazy Afternoon has a medium LRV of 29 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Lazy Afternoon provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Lazy Afternoon — minimalist bathroom
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1 Dining Room Photo
The color Lazy Afternoon 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.
Lazy Afternoon paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Bedroom Photo
There's a rhythmic quality to Lazy Afternoon 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.
A scandinavian bedroom painted in Lazy Afternoon
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1 Front Door Photo
A front door painted Lazy Afternoon makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.
stylish front door featuring Lazy Afternoon by PPG
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1 Home Office Photo
The psychology of home office color matters more than most people acknowledge. Lazy Afternoon is calm without being inert — it creates the kind of visual quiet that supports sustained focus. Lean into darker wood tones; avoid white furniture, which will compete for attention.
PPG Lazy Afternoon in a neutral home office
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Lazy Afternoon. 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 Lazy Afternoon
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Lazy Afternoon 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.
Lazy Afternoon — bold kitchen cabinets
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1 Mudroom Photo
Painting mudroom cubbies and benches in Lazy Afternoon 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.
Lazy Afternoon paint in a cottagecore mudroom
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1 Patio Photo
Lazy Afternoon is particularly effective when used on a garden wall as a backdrop for plants. The deep tone makes the bright greens of leaves and the vibrant colors of flowers look almost neon in their intensity, creating a high-design garden look.
boho patio featuring Lazy Afternoon by PPG
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1 House Photo
On a traditional or historic home, Lazy Afternoon 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.
Lazy Afternoon color — eclectic house inspiration
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