1958 - Glidden Interior
48 Colors
This 1958 Glidden catalog entry features Spred Satin, an interior paint for walls and ceilings with a palette of 48 colors. Examples include Smoked and Lime, Cuban Sand, Fantasy, Sea Fog, Silver Turquoise, Confetti Yellow, Smoke Rose, Spray Blue, Blue Azure, Cotton Candy, and Poinsettia.
This catalog demonstrates a transition in naming conventions, where color names began to take on more imaginative and descriptive titles, similar to modern color marketing trends. The palette includes a mix of muted pastels and bright accent shades, reflecting the mid-century interior color preferences of the late 1950s.
Originally satin, these colors are offered in satin or semi-gloss, allowing for modern usability while maintaining historical authenticity.
Ideal for:
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Interior walls and ceilings in 1950s homes
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Period-accurate mid-century interior color schemes
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Restoration or historically inspired painting projects
Note: Satin finish preserved; semi-gloss available by special request.