Dark Sterling RL120 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #909498, 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.
Ref. #909498 · RL120
Dark Sterling
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Sterling Technical Profile
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Dark Sterling in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Sterling in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzDark Sterling
Nearly identical
BehrGourmet Mushroom
Gourmet Mushroom
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Heather Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Steely Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Steeple Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Chrome
Valspar
Very similar
Telegrey 1
RAL
Very similar
Overcast Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Sterling
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Dark Sterling.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Sterling in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Sterling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Sterling are Gourmet Mushroom by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Pewter by Behr (a near-identical match), Deep Silver by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Dark Sterling's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.