Iron Medallion RD130-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #537181, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cape Cod Bay from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #537181 · RD130-02
Iron Medallion
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Iron Medallion Technical Profile
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Iron Medallion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Iron Medallion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzIron Medallion
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCape Cod Bay
Cape Cod Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Georgian Bay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Inky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ahoy Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nypd
Behr
Very similar
Village Blue
PPG
Very similar
Empire Fleet Blue
Valspar
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iron Medallion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iron Medallion
#537181
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B729C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iron Medallion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iron Medallion 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 Iron Medallion.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Iron Medallion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iron Medallion have?
Iron Medallion 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 Iron Medallion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Iron Medallion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iron Medallion are Cape Cod Bay by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Georgian Bay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mozart Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Iron Medallion'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 Iron Medallion?
Iron Medallion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Iron Medallion's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.