Dark Sterling RL120 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #909498, estimated LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gourmet Mushroom from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #909498 · RL120
Dark Sterling
29%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Sterling Technical Profile
HEX Code#909498
RGB144, 148, 152
Estimated LRV29.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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#8D9398
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#90979B
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Colors That Work With Dark Sterling
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Sterling
#909498
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Sterling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Sterling 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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Dark Sterling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Sterling have?
Dark Sterling by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Dark Sterling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Sterling are Gourmet Mushroom by Behr (a close digital match), Dark Pewter by Behr (a close digital match), Deep Silver by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dark Sterling'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 Dark Sterling?
Dark Sterling has a estimated lightness value of 29.4, 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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