French Blue RF280-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #4C928F, 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.
Ref. #4C928F · RF280-02
French Blue
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
French Blue Technical Profile
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French Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to French Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzFrench Blue
Nearly identical
PPGNiagara Reef Jade
Niagara Reef Jade
PPG
Nearly identical
Adequate Aqua
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dreamy Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soft Spruce
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cold North
Vista Paint
Very similar
Siren Song
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Semi-precious
Behr
Very similar
Cold North
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
Cloudburst
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to French Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample French Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match French Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Blue are Niagara Reef Jade by PPG (a near-identical match), Adequate Aqua by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dreamy Teal by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.