Centurian Blue RH180 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #158AAB, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Age of Aquarius from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #158AAB · RH180
Centurian Blue
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Centurian Blue Technical Profile
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Centurian Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Centurian Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzCenturian Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAge of Aquarius
Age of Aquarius
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tibetan Turquoise
Behr
Nearly identical
Puerto Mio
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wishing Well
Valspar
Very similar
Caribbean Sea
PPG
Very similar
Randolph Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Estuary
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Mosque
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Bliss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Centurian Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Centurian Blue
#158AAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4160B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Centurian Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Centurian Blue 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 Centurian Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Centurian Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Centurian Blue have?
Centurian Blue 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 Centurian Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Centurian Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Centurian Blue are Age of Aquarius by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mediterranean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tibetan Turquoise by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Centurian Blue'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 Centurian Blue?
Centurian Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.3, 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 Centurian Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.