Rhythm & Blues DET595 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #70767B, LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Lamppost from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70767B · DET595
Rhythm & Blues
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rhythm & Blues Technical Profile
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Rhythm & Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rhythm & Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRhythm & Blues
Nearly identical
KilzOld Lamppost
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Favorite Flannel
PPG
Nearly identical
Deco Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rich Pewter
Behr
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Backwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rhythm & Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rhythm & Blues
#70767B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#797BA5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rhythm & Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rhythm & Blues Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Rhythm & Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rhythm & Blues have?
Rhythm & Blues by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rhythm & Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rhythm & Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rhythm & Blues are Old Lamppost by Kilz (a near-identical match), Gray Shower by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Favorite Flannel by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rhythm & Blues's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Rhythm & Blues?
Rhythm & Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Rhythm & Blues's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.