Kettle Black RE120-02 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #47535C, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soothing Sapphire from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #47535C · RE120-02
Kettle Black
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kettle Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#47535C
RGB71, 83, 92
Estimated LRV8.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandKilz
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#48545D
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#48535A
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#465058
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#495259
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#4B565D
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#43535E
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#485761
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Brush Blue
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#425058
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Colors That Work With Kettle Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kettle Black
#47535C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#565980
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kettle Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kettle 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
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Kettle Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kettle Black have?
Kettle Black by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Kettle Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kettle Black are Soothing Sapphire by PPG (a close digital match), Krimson Lake Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Kettle 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 Kettle Black?
Kettle Black has a estimated lightness value of 8.3, 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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