1951 - Glidden Interior/Exterior
18 Colors
This 1951 Glidden catalog entry features Japalac Enamel, a high-gloss paint suitable for both interior and exterior applications. The 18-color palette includes a mix of vibrant mid-century tones with a few muted shades, giving a sense of the bright residential colors popular at the time. Examples include Golden Yellow, Carnival Yellow, Vermilion, Chinese Red, Orange, Bud Green, and Rose Pink. These shades are ideal for walls, woodwork, trim, and other surfaces, offering durable and attractive finishes for homes of the period.
Originally high gloss, these colors are offered in satin or semi-gloss, allowing for modern usability while maintaining historical authenticity.
Ideal for:
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Interior and exterior applications in 1950s homes
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Homes seeking durable, period-accurate colors
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Restoration or historically-inspired painting projects
Note: Original gloss finish adapted to satin or semi-gloss; other sheens available by special request.