Lombardy Lake RE280-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #38838D, LRV 19 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Starry Sky from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #38838D · RE280-01
Lombardy Lake
19%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lombardy Lake Technical Profile
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Lombardy Lake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lombardy Lake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzLombardy Lake
Nearly identical
ValsparStarry Sky
Starry Sky
Valspar
Nearly identical
River Fountain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Salzburg Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Heron
Behr
Very similar
Batik Green
PPG
Very similar
Briny
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
The Big Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lombardy Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lombardy Lake
#38838D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C749C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lombardy Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lombardy Lake 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 Lombardy Lake.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lombardy Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lombardy Lake have?
Lombardy Lake 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 Lombardy Lake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lombardy Lake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lombardy Lake are Starry Sky by Valspar (a near-identical match), River Fountain by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Salzburg Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lombardy Lake'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 Lombardy Lake?
Lombardy Lake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lombardy Lake's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.