Old Lamppost TB-37 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #70757A, LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhythm & Blues from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70757A · TB-37
Old Lamppost
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Old Lamppost Technical Profile
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Old Lamppost in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Lamppost in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzOld Lamppost
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRhythm & Blues
Rhythm & Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Old Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crucible
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antique Tin
Behr
Nearly identical
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Backwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Lamppost
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Lamppost
#70757A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7878A5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Lamppost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Lamppost 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 Old Lamppost.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Old Lamppost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Lamppost have?
Old Lamppost 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 Old Lamppost in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Lamppost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Lamppost are Rhythm & Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gray Shower by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Old Silk by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Old Lamppost'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 Old Lamppost?
Old Lamppost has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Old Lamppost's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.