Ref. #3F556C · RC290-02
Saxophone Solo
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Saxophone Solo Technical Profile
What color is Saxophone Solo? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #3F556C. Colors similar to Saxophone Solo include Behr Midnight Mosaic, Benjamin Moore Hudson Bay, Benjamin Moore Hudson Bay. Saxophone Solo has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Saxophone Solo creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Saxophone Solo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Midnight Mosaic
Behr
Nearly identical
Hudson Bay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Brigantine
MPC
Nearly identical
Indigo Cloth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Into The Stratosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Saxophone Solo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Saxophone Solo
#3F556C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#595985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Saxophone Solo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Saxophone Solo 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 Saxophone Solo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Saxophone Solo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Saxophone Solo have?
Saxophone Solo by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Saxophone Solo from other brands?
The closest matches are Midnight Mosaic by Behr (#3E5269), Hudson Bay by Benjamin Moore (#405367), Hudson Bay by Benjamin Moore (#405367). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Saxophone Solo?
Saxophone Solo has an LRV of 8.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Saxophone Solo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.