Ref. #7C878E · TB-36
December Nights
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
December Nights Technical Profile
What color is December Nights? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #7C878E. Colors similar to December Nights include RAL Squirrel Grey, Sherwin-Williams Storm Cloud, RAL Telegrey 2. December Nights has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, December Nights creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, December Nights 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 December Nights
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With December Nights
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
December Nights
#7C878E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for December Nights
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
December Nights 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 December Nights.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
December Nights — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does December Nights have?
December Nights by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match December Nights from other brands?
The closest matches are Squirrel Grey by RAL (#78858B), Storm Cloud by Sherwin-Williams (#7A848D), Telegrey 2 by RAL (#82898F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of December Nights?
December Nights has an LRV of 23.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why December Nights's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.