Bit Of Sapphire RD230-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #52B2D3, LRV 38 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Epimethius from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #52B2D3 · RD230-02
Bit Of Sapphire
38%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bit Of Sapphire Technical Profile
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Bit Of Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bit Of Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBit Of Sapphire
Nearly identical
Vista PaintEpimethius
Epimethius
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Epimethius
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bright Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Ocean Sigh
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flyway
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frozen Wave
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ocean View
Behr
Very similar
Big Sky Country
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Atlantis Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bit Of Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bit Of Sapphire
#52B2D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7586BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bit Of Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bit Of Sapphire 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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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bit Of Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bit Of Sapphire have?
Bit Of Sapphire by Kilz has a cool (blue) 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 Bit Of Sapphire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bit Of Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bit Of Sapphire are Epimethius by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Epimethius by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bright Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bit Of Sapphire'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 Bit Of Sapphire?
Bit Of Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bit Of Sapphire's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.