Murky Depths RM140 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #5F676C, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Floor from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F676C · RM140
Murky Depths
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Murky Depths Technical Profile
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Murky Depths in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Murky Depths in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzMurky Depths
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreOcean Floor
Ocean Floor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lava Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Web Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Equinox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bottlenose Dolphin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Greybeard
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Murky Depths
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Murky Depths
#5F676C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666B98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Murky Depths
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Murky Depths 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 Murky Depths.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Murky Depths — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Murky Depths have?
Murky Depths by Kilz has a cool (blue) 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 Murky Depths in your own space before committing.
What colors match Murky Depths from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Murky Depths are Ocean Floor by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lava Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Steeled Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Murky Depths'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 Murky Depths?
Murky Depths has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Murky Depths's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.