Ref. #CEBFAB · TB-13
Bronze Mist
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bronze Mist Technical Profile
What color is Bronze Mist? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #CEBFAB. Colors similar to Bronze Mist include Behr Cabo, Sherwin-Williams Urban Putty, Sherwin-Williams Beachcomber. Bronze Mist has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Bronze Mist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Bronze Mist 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 Bronze Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bronze Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bronze Mist
#CEBFAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bronze Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bronze Mist 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 Bronze Mist.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bronze Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bronze Mist have?
Bronze Mist by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Bronze Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Cabo by Behr (#CEBFAB), Urban Putty by Sherwin-Williams (#CFC0AB), Beachcomber by Sherwin-Williams (#D0C1AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bronze Mist?
Bronze Mist has an LRV of 53.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bronze Mist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.