Ref. #6B625A · LL120
Muddy Paws
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Muddy Paws Technical Profile
What color is Muddy Paws? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6B625A. Colors similar to Muddy Paws include Behr Derby, Benjamin Moore Coachman's Cape, Sherwin-Williams Porpoise. Muddy Paws has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Muddy Paws creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Muddy Paws pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Muddy Paws
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Muddy Paws
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muddy Paws
#6B625A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#959363
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muddy Paws
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muddy Paws 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 Muddy Paws.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Muddy Paws — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muddy Paws have?
Muddy Paws by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Muddy Paws from other brands?
The closest matches are Derby by Behr (#6E645B), Coachman's Cape by Benjamin Moore (#6B645E), Porpoise by Sherwin-Williams (#6B645B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Muddy Paws?
Muddy Paws has an LRV of 12.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Muddy Paws's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.