Ref. #36637D · RD120-02
Harborside
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Harborside Technical Profile
What color is Harborside? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #36637D. Colors similar to Harborside include Benjamin Moore Lucerne, Valspar Azure Jazz, Vista Paint Blue Suede Shoes. Harborside has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Harborside creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Harborside
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harborside
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harborside
#36637D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#585F8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harborside
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harborside 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 Harborside.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Harborside — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harborside have?
Harborside by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Harborside from other brands?
The closest matches are Lucerne by Benjamin Moore (#3B657E), Azure Jazz by Valspar (#386178), Blue Suede Shoes by Vista Paint (#40677E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Harborside?
Harborside has an LRV of 11.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Harborside's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.