Authentic Navy RC120-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #475A75, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Indi Gogo from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #475A75 · RC120-02
Authentic Navy
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Authentic Navy Technical Profile
HEX Code#475A75
RGB71, 90, 117
Estimated LRV9.9
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 Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Authentic Navy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Authentic Navy
#475A75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64608F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Authentic Navy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Authentic Navy Room Palettes
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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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Authentic Navy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Authentic Navy have?
Authentic Navy by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Authentic Navy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Authentic Navy are Indi Gogo by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Newbury Port by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hidden Sapphire by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Authentic Navy'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 Authentic Navy?
Authentic Navy has a estimated lightness value of 9.9, 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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