Ref. #DED8CD · TB-11
Flying Dove
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flying Dove Technical Profile
What color is Flying Dove? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DED8CD. Colors similar to Flying Dove include Vista Paint Silver Plume, Hirshfield's Polished, Vista Paint Sierra Snow. Flying Dove has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Flying Dove sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Flying Dove pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Flying Dove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flying Dove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flying Dove
#DED8CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flying Dove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flying Dove 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 Flying Dove.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flying Dove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flying Dove have?
Flying Dove by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Flying Dove from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Plume by Vista Paint (#DFD9CE), Polished by Hirshfield's (#DED8CE), Sierra Snow by Vista Paint (#DED8CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Flying Dove?
Flying Dove has an LRV of 69.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Flying Dove's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.