Hero Blue RD280-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #1898C8, estimated LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pool Party from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #1898C8 · RD280-02
Hero Blue
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Hero Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#1898C8
RGB24, 152, 200
Estimated LRV26.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Pool Party
Dunn-Edwards
#0098C8
Close digital match
Bellflower
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#1993BE
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#0192C6
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#4399C5
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#4699C4
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#4A9CC7
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#3097D0
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#16A3CB
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#3B83BD
Visible digital difference
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#6A90B4
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Hero Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hero Blue
#1898C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#526BC1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hero Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hero 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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Hero Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hero Blue have?
Hero 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 Hero Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hero Blue are Pool Party by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bellflower by PPG (a very close match), Dynamic Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Hero 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 Hero Blue?
Hero Blue has a estimated lightness value of 26.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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