Ref. #3E5382 · RH230
Darkening Sky
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Darkening Sky Technical Profile
What color is Darkening Sky? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3E5382. Colors similar to Darkening Sky include Benjamin Moore Southern Belle, MPC Bicycle Blue, MPC Djibouti Flag Blue. Darkening Sky has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Darkening Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Darkening Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Darkening Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Darkening Sky
#3E5382
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A6093
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Darkening Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Darkening Sky 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 Darkening Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Darkening Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Darkening Sky have?
Darkening Sky by Kilz has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Darkening Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Southern Belle by Benjamin Moore (#42558D), Bicycle Blue by MPC (#355284), Djibouti Flag Blue by MPC (#375079). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Darkening Sky?
Darkening Sky has an LRV of 8.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Darkening Sky's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.