PPG • PPG1006-5

So Sublime

Name: PPG So Sublime PPG1006-5
Brand: PPG

We've categorized So Sublime 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

#8b847c

LRV

24.00

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Light Reflectance Value

24.00

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So Sublime's Color Strip

So Sublime is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Mercurial and Deconstruction. The strip spans from Gypsum at the lightest end to Metropolis at the deepest. Browsing strip PPG1006 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.

1Gypsum 2Shark 3Early Evening 4Mercurial 5So Sublime

6Deconstruction 7Metropolis

So Sublime in Real Rooms

So Sublime has a medium LRV of 24 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

1 Dining Room Photo

So Sublime 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.

So Sublime paint in a art deco dining room

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1 Bathroom Photo

For bathrooms with limited natural light, So Sublime 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.

So Sublime — modern luxury bathroom

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1 Bedroom Photo

For guest bedrooms, So Sublime 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 So Sublime

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1 Front Door Photo

There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in So Sublime. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.

mediterranean front door featuring So Sublime by PPG

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1 Home Office Photo

A home office in So Sublime 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 So Sublime in a industrial home office

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1 Living Room Photo

So Sublime works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

A mid century living room painted in So Sublime

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1 Mudroom Photo

The mudroom is often the first interior space guests see. So Sublime makes that threshold feel considered and designed without demanding more attention than it deserves. It's a "hardworking" color that still maintains its dignity.

So Sublime paint in a tiny mudroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

In a modern kitchen, So Sublime 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.

So Sublime — contemporary kitchen cabinets

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1 Patio Photo

On a deck or patio floor, So Sublime 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.

warm patio featuring So Sublime by PPG

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1 House Photo

So Sublime is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.