Ref. #B6E5E7 · RF220-01
Blues Tunes
72%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blues Tunes Technical Profile
What color is Blues Tunes? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B6E5E7. Colors similar to Blues Tunes include PPG Seascape Green, Dunn-Edwards Soaring Sky, Benjamin Moore Blue Diamond. Blues Tunes has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Blues Tunes reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Blues Tunes
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blues Tunes
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blues Tunes
#B6E5E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A96B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blues Tunes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blues Tunes 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 Blues Tunes.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blues Tunes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blues Tunes have?
Blues Tunes by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blues Tunes from other brands?
The closest matches are Seascape Green by PPG (#B5E4E4), Soaring Sky by Dunn-Edwards (#B9E5E8), Blue Diamond by Benjamin Moore (#B7E3E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blues Tunes?
Blues Tunes has an LRV of 71.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blues Tunes's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.