Grate Black RM240 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #49474C, LRV 6 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cityscape from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #49474C · RM240
Grate Black
6%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Grate Black Technical Profile
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Grate Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grate Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzGrate Black
Nearly identical
BehrCityscape
Cityscape
Behr
Nearly identical
New Uniform
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deep Indigo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blackhearth
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Panther
Valspar
Nearly identical
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grate Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grate Black
#49474C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#734F77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grate Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grate Black 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 Grate Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grate Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grate Black have?
Grate Black by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grate Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grate Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grate Black are Cityscape by Behr (a near-identical match), New Uniform by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grate Black'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 Grate Black?
Grate Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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 Grate Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.