Polar Blue RF230-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #A7D4D8, LRV 60 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Tickle from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7D4D8 · RF230-02
Polar Blue
60%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Polar Blue Technical Profile
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Polar Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polar Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzPolar Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Tickle
Sea Tickle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sea Isle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aqua Chintz
PPG
Nearly identical
Cay
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Viking
Behr
Nearly identical
Aqua'D Glass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Christopher Coast
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lake Reflection
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Outerspace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polar Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polar Blue
#A7D4D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8195B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polar Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polar Blue 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 Polar Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polar Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polar Blue have?
Polar Blue by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polar Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polar Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polar Blue are Sea Tickle by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sea Isle by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Droplet by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polar Blue'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 Polar Blue?
Polar Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polar Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.