Fathoms Below RE290-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #3F5A5F, estimated LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Otter Creek from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #3F5A5F · RE290-02
Fathoms Below
9%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Fathoms Below Technical Profile
HEX Code#3F5A5F
RGB63, 90, 95
Estimated LRV9.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Fathoms Below
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fathoms Below
#3F5A5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#54627D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fathoms Below
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fathoms Below 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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Fathoms Below — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fathoms Below have?
Fathoms Below by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Fathoms Below from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fathoms Below are Otter Creek by Behr (a close digital match), Olympus Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Volute by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fathoms Below'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 Fathoms Below?
Fathoms Below has a estimated lightness value of 9.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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