Art Critique RL140 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #979490, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summit Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #979490 · RL140
Art Critique
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Art Critique Technical Profile
HEX Code#979490
RGB151, 148, 144
Estimated LRV29.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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#959491
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#969591
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#979492
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#95928C
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Soho Loft
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#9A9593
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Colors That Work With Art Critique
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Art Critique
#979490
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Art Critique
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Art Critique 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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Art Critique — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Art Critique have?
Art Critique by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Art Critique from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Art Critique are Summit Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cheyenne Rock by Behr (a close digital match), Cathedral Stone by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Art Critique'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 Art Critique?
Art Critique has a estimated lightness value of 29.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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