Ref. #6A886F · RG270-02
Bitter Arugula
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bitter Arugula Technical Profile
What color is Bitter Arugula? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6A886F. Colors similar to Bitter Arugula include Valspar Pine Green, Dunn-Edwards English Holly, Benjamin Moore Fairmont Green. Bitter Arugula has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Bitter Arugula creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Bitter Arugula pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bitter Arugula
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bitter Arugula
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bitter Arugula
#6A886F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7DA89A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bitter Arugula
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bitter Arugula 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 Bitter Arugula.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bitter Arugula — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Arugula have?
Bitter Arugula by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bitter Arugula from other brands?
The closest matches are Pine Green by Valspar (#6E8B71), English Holly by Dunn-Edwards (#68846A), Fairmont Green by Benjamin Moore (#64856A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bitter Arugula?
Bitter Arugula has an LRV of 21.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Bitter Arugula's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.