Best In Class RB290-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #434E71, 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.
Ref. #434E71 · RB290-02
Best In Class
8%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
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Best In Class in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Best In Class in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBest In Class
Nearly identical
BehrVoodoo
Voodoo
Behr
Nearly identical
Enchanted Navy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Egyptian Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Dignified
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Inky Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jazz Age Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sailor’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quiet Peace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Best In Class
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
Pure 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
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 Best In Class.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Best In Class in your own space before committing.
What colors match Best In Class from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Best In Class are Voodoo by Behr (a near-identical match), Enchanted Navy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Egyptian Violet by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Best In Class's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.