Best In Class RB290-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #434E71, estimated LRV 8 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Voodoo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #434E71 · RB290-02
Best In Class
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Best In Class Technical Profile
HEX Code#434E71
RGB67, 78, 113
Estimated LRV7.8
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Best In Class
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Best In Class
#434E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#685C8B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Best In Class
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Best In Class 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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Best In Class — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Best In Class have?
Best In Class by Kilz has a cool (violet) 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 Best In Class from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Best In Class are Voodoo by Behr (a close digital match), Enchanted Navy by Valspar (a close digital match), Egyptian Violet by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Best In Class'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 Best In Class?
Best In Class has a estimated lightness value of 7.8, 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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