Calm Spring RD250-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #77AFCB, estimated LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tidal Basin from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #77AFCB · RD250-01
Calm Spring
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Calm Spring Technical Profile
HEX Code#77AFCB
RGB119, 175, 203
Estimated LRV38.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Compare alternatives to Calm Spring
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tidal Basin
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#77ADC9
Close digital match
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#7DB5D3
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Colors That Work With Calm Spring
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calm Spring
#77AFCB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E87B4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calm Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calm Spring 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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Calm Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calm Spring have?
Calm Spring by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Calm Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calm Spring are Tidal Basin by Valspar (a close digital match), Regale Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Soul Blue by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Calm Spring'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 Calm Spring?
Calm Spring has a estimated lightness value of 38.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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