Peanut Shell LC230-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #CCAB8C, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fossil Tan from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #CCAB8C · LC230-02
Peanut Shell
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Peanut Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCAB8C
RGB204, 171, 140
Estimated LRV43.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyorange
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Peanut Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peanut Shell
#CCAB8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B081
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peanut Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peanut Shell Room Palettes
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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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Peanut Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peanut Shell have?
Peanut Shell by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Peanut Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peanut Shell are Fossil Tan by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Family Legacy Tan by PPG (a close digital match), Fossil Tan by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Peanut Shell'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 Peanut Shell?
Peanut Shell has a estimated lightness value of 43.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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