Ref. #496B8F · RC150-02
Blue Depths
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Depths Technical Profile
What color is Blue Depths? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #496B8F. Colors similar to Blue Depths include Vista Paint Blue Monday, MPC Blue Flag, Vista Paint Pleasant Lake. Blue Depths has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Blue Depths creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Blue Depths
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Depths
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Depths
#496B8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E6D9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Depths
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Depths 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 Blue Depths.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Depths — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Depths have?
Blue Depths by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Depths from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Monday by Vista Paint (#476A8F), Blue Flag by MPC (#446B91), Pleasant Lake by Vista Paint (#4C6B8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Depths?
Blue Depths has an LRV of 13.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Depths's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.