Bittersweet Brown LM140 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #5D524E, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Labrador from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #5D524E · LM140
Bittersweet Brown
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bittersweet Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#5D524E
RGB93, 82, 78
Estimated LRV8.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandKilz
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#5E534F
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Colors That Work With Bittersweet Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bittersweet Brown
#5D524E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#857B59
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bittersweet Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bittersweet Brown 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
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Bittersweet Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bittersweet Brown have?
Bittersweet Brown by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Bittersweet Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bittersweet Brown are Labrador by Valspar (a close digital match), Gargoyle by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Topeka Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bittersweet Brown'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 Bittersweet Brown?
Bittersweet Brown has a estimated lightness value of 8.9, 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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