French Blue RF280-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #4C928F, estimated LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Niagara Reef Jade from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #4C928F · RF280-02
French Blue
24%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
French Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#4C928F
RGB76, 146, 143
Estimated LRV24.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With French Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Blue
#4C928F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#718BA0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Blue 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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French Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Blue have?
French Blue 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 French Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Blue are Niagara Reef Jade by PPG (a close digital match), Adequate Aqua by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dreamy Teal by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting French Blue'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 French Blue?
French Blue has a estimated lightness value of 24.1, 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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