Chalk Suede TB-28 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #918C87, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Water Tower from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #918C87 · TB-28
Chalk Suede
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chalk Suede Technical Profile
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Chalk Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chalk Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzChalk Suede
Nearly identical
BehrWater Tower
Water Tower
Behr
Nearly identical
Garden Warbler
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Castle Wall Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Dovetail
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tabby Cat Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Granite Cliff
Vista Paint
Very similar
Castle Gate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Promising Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chalk Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chalk Suede
#918C87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chalk Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chalk Suede 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 Suede.
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 Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chalk Suede have?
Chalk Suede by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chalk Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chalk Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chalk Suede are Water Tower by Behr (a near-identical match), Garden Warbler by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Castle Wall Grey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chalk Suede'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 Chalk Suede?
Chalk Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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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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 Suede's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.