Bell Bottoms RF240-02 is a neutral paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #A6C1C1, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colonial Aqua from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6C1C1 · RF240-02
Bell Bottoms
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Bell Bottoms in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bell Bottoms in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBell Bottoms
Nearly identical
PPGColonial Aqua
Colonial Aqua
PPG
Nearly identical
Sea Star
Valspar
Nearly identical
Aquaverde
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Paradiso
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oslo Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Elf'N Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dreaming of the Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Seaport
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Appleton
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bell Bottoms
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bell Bottoms
#A6C1C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bell Bottoms
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bell Bottoms 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bell Bottoms — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bell Bottoms have?
Bell Bottoms by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bell Bottoms in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bell Bottoms from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bell Bottoms are Colonial Aqua by PPG (a near-identical match), Sea Star by Valspar (a near-identical match), Aquaverde by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bell Bottoms'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 Bell Bottoms?
Bell Bottoms has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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