Aspiration RH190 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #217AB4, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glacier Lake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #217AB4 · RH190
Aspiration
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Aspiration in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aspiration in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzAspiration
Nearly identical
BehrGlacier Lake
Glacier Lake
Behr
Nearly identical
Americana
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cosmic Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
North Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Biloxi Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Biloxi Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Making Waves
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Macaw
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aspiration
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aspiration
#217AB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#515CB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aspiration
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aspiration 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Aspiration.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aspiration — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aspiration have?
Aspiration by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aspiration in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aspiration from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aspiration are Glacier Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Americana by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cosmic Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aspiration'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 Aspiration?
Aspiration has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aspiration's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.