Ref. #D7D1C0 · LK230
Oatmeal
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Oatmeal Technical Profile
What color is Oatmeal? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #D7D1C0. Colors similar to Oatmeal include Benjamin Moore Skipping Stone, Farrow & Ball Shaded White, Dunn-Edwards Heather. Oatmeal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Oatmeal sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Skipping Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shoreline Haze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brightray Silver Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Stonewashed
Behr
Nearly identical
Pebblebrook
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Accolade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oatmeal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oatmeal
#D7D1C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oatmeal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oatmeal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oatmeal have?
Oatmeal by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Oatmeal from other brands?
The closest matches are Skipping Stone by Benjamin Moore (#D6D0C0), Shaded White by Farrow & Ball (#D9D2C1), Heather by Dunn-Edwards (#D6CFBF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Oatmeal?
Oatmeal has an LRV of 63.9, 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 Oatmeal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.