Breakwaters RC260-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #6086A2, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Nose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6086A2 · RC260-02
Breakwaters
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Breakwaters Technical Profile
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Breakwaters in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Breakwaters in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBreakwaters
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Nose
Blue Nose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Storm Blue Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sporty Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Roadster Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Skinny Jeans
Behr
Very similar
Blue Beads
PPG
Very similar
Seal Pup
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Jay Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Breakwaters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breakwaters
#6086A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breakwaters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breakwaters 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 Breakwaters.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Breakwaters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breakwaters have?
Breakwaters 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 Breakwaters in your own space before committing.
What colors match Breakwaters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Breakwaters are Blue Nose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Storm Blue Sky by Vista Paint (a very close match), Sporty Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Breakwaters'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 Breakwaters?
Breakwaters has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Breakwaters's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.