Motor Gray TB-38 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #545658, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muskeg Grey from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #545658 · TB-38
Motor Gray
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Motor Gray Technical Profile
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Motor Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Motor Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzMotor Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparMuskeg Grey
Muskeg Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Maximum Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark and Stormy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deep Space
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Shou Sugi Ban
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Zombie
PPG
Nearly identical
Peppercorn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Motor Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Motor Gray
#545658
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#595986
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Motor Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Motor 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 Motor 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.
Motor Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Motor Gray have?
Motor 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 Motor Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Motor Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Motor Gray are Muskeg Grey by Valspar (a near-identical match), Maximum Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark and Stormy by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Motor 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 Motor Gray?
Motor Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.2, 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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