PPG • PPG1012-3

Tinsel

Name: PPG Tinsel PPG1012-3
Brand: PPG

We've categorized Tinsel as a versatile and reflective paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#d2d9db

LRV

68.00

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Light Reflectance Value

68.00

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Tinsel's Color Strip

Tinsel is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Inverness Gray and Gray Frost. The strip spans from Icy Bay at the lightest end to Black Forest at the deepest. Color strip PPG1012 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

1Icy Bay 2Inverness Gray 3Tinsel

4Gray Frost 5Steeple Gray 6Volcanic Ash 7Black Forest

Tinsel in Real Rooms

Tinsel has a high LRV of 68 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Front Door Photo

Using Tinsel 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 Tinsel by PPG

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1 Bedroom Photo

For guest bedrooms, Tinsel 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 scandinavian bedroom painted in Tinsel

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1 Dining Room Photo

Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Tinsel, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.

Tinsel paint in a rustic modern dining room

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1 Home Office Photo

A home office in Tinsel 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 Tinsel in a warm home office

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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. Tinsel holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

Tinsel — modern luxury bathroom

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1 House Photo

Tinsel on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.

Tinsel color — transitional house inspiration

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1 Living Room Photo

The beauty of Tinsel 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 contemporary living room painted in Tinsel

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1 Patio Photo

On a deck or patio floor, Tinsel 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.

minimalist patio featuring Tinsel by PPG

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1 Mudroom Photo

Tinsel is the perfect partner for durable flooring like slate, brick, or terracotta. It picks up the earthy tones in these materials, creating a mudroom that feels cohesive, rugged, and ready for whatever the weather brings in.

Tinsel paint in a cottagecore mudroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

For smaller kitchens, Tinsel can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.