Lavender Gray RL130 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #979695, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Soapstone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #979695 · RL130
Lavender Gray
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lavender Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#979695
RGB151, 150, 149
Estimated LRV30.6
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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Colors That Work With Lavender Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lavender Gray
#979695
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lavender Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lavender Gray Room Palettes
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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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Lavender Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lavender Gray have?
Lavender Gray 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 Lavender Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lavender Gray are Gray Soapstone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Anonymous by Behr (a close digital match), Gray Shingle by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lavender 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 Lavender Gray?
Lavender Gray has a estimated lightness value of 30.6, 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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