Hippopotamus Gray RL100 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #B2B3B5, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sparrow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2B3B5 · RL100
Hippopotamus Gray
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hippopotamus Gray Technical Profile
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Hippopotamus Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hippopotamus Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzHippopotamus Gray
Nearly identical
BehrSparrow
Sparrow
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Bullet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silent Night
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Charm
PPG
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Let It Rain
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Let It Rain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Online
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hippopotamus Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hippopotamus Gray
#B2B3B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hippopotamus Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hippopotamus Gray 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 Hippopotamus Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hippopotamus Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hippopotamus Gray have?
Hippopotamus Gray by Kilz has a neutral 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 Hippopotamus Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hippopotamus Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hippopotamus Gray are Sparrow by Behr (a near-identical match), Silverstone by Behr (a near-identical match), Metropolis by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hippopotamus Gray'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 Hippopotamus Gray?
Hippopotamus Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hippopotamus Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.