Ref. #CED0CE · RJ230
Chalk Gray
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chalk Gray Technical Profile
What color is Chalk Gray? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #CED0CE. Colors similar to Chalk Gray include Valspar Bay Waves, Vista Paint Nomadic Travels, Benjamin Moore Perspectivereg. Chalk Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Chalk Gray 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 cool neutral, Chalk Gray pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Chalk Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bay Waves
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perspectivereg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wright Cloud White
PPG
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Passive
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sterling
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chalk Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chalk Gray
#CED0CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chalk Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chalk Gray 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 Chalk Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chalk Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chalk Gray have?
Chalk Gray by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Chalk Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Bay Waves by Valspar (#CED1D0), Nomadic Travels by Vista Paint (#CBCECC), Perspectivereg by Benjamin Moore (#CCCECB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chalk Gray?
Chalk Gray has an LRV of 62.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chalk Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.