Ref. #85846E · LG110-01
Combat Boots
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Combat Boots Technical Profile
What color is Combat Boots? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #85846E. Colors similar to Combat Boots include PPG Seaweed Wrap, Benjamin Moore Passion Vine, Behr Dried Basil. Combat Boots has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Combat Boots creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Combat Boots 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 Combat Boots
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Combat Boots
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Combat Boots
#85846E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95A97D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Combat Boots
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Combat Boots 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 Combat Boots.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Combat Boots — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Combat Boots have?
Combat Boots by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Combat Boots from other brands?
The closest matches are Seaweed Wrap by PPG (#84846F), Passion Vine by Benjamin Moore (#88856C), Dried Basil by Behr (#898873). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Combat Boots?
Combat Boots has an LRV of 22.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Combat Boots's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.