Ref. #D4D8D4 · TB-61
Cool Fog
68%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cool Fog Technical Profile
What color is Cool Fog? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #D4D8D4. Colors similar to Cool Fog include Benjamin Moore Alaskan Husky, Behr Curio, Valspar "Calm, Cool and Collected". Cool Fog has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Cool Fog 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, Cool Fog 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 Cool Fog
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Alaskan Husky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Curio
Behr
Nearly identical
"Calm, Cool and Collected"
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metal Flake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whispering Waterfall
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Rainy Season
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Olympus White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Fog
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Fog
#D4D8D4
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 Cool Fog
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Fog 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 Cool Fog.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Fog have?
Cool Fog by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cool Fog from other brands?
The closest matches are Alaskan Husky by Benjamin Moore (#D5D8D3), Curio by Behr (#D1D5D1), "Calm, Cool and Collected" by Valspar (#D8DBD7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Fog?
Cool Fog has an LRV of 67.9, 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 Cool Fog's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.