Crushed Shell LB210-01 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E6BEA5, estimated LRV 56 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Starfish from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #E6BEA5 · LB210-01
Crushed Shell
56%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Crushed Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#E6BEA5
RGB230, 190, 165
Estimated LRV56.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandKilz
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#E5BCA5
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#E5BBA3
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#E5C1A7
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#E9C2AD
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Warming Peach
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#E4B9A2
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Outer Banks
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#DDB8A0
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Colors That Work With Crushed Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Shell
#E6BEA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCB476
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Shell 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
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Crushed Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Shell have?
Crushed Shell by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crushed Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Shell are Starfish by PPG (a close digital match), Amber Cast by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Coral Dreams by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crushed Shell'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 Crushed Shell?
Crushed Shell has a estimated lightness value of 56.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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