Murky Depths RM140 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #5F676C, estimated 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.
Kilz · #5F676C · RM140
Murky Depths
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Murky Depths Technical Profile
HEX Code#5F676C
RGB95, 103, 108
Estimated LRV13.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Ocean Floor
Benjamin Moore
#60676D
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Lava Gray
PPG
#5E686D
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Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
#5D676B
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Web Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#616669
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Equinox
Dunn-Edwards
#62696B
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Bottlenose Dolphin
Valspar
#656B6F
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Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
#63686A
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Blue Metal
Behr
#596267
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Greybeard
Hirshfield's
#626869
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#626664
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Colors That Work With Murky Depths
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Murky Depths from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Murky Depths are Ocean Floor by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lava Gray by PPG (a close digital match), Steeled Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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