Orchid Smoke TB-27 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #8F8494, estimated LRV 25 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Greyed Heather from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #8F8494 · TB-27
Orchid Smoke
25%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Orchid Smoke Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F8494
RGB143, 132, 148
Estimated LRV24.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Orchid Smoke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid Smoke
#8F8494
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Smoke 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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Orchid Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid Smoke have?
Orchid Smoke by Kilz has a warm (pink) 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 Orchid Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid Smoke are Soft Greyed Heather by PPG (a very close match), Amorous by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Greyed Amethyst by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Orchid Smoke'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 Orchid Smoke?
Orchid Smoke has a estimated lightness value of 24.5, 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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