Scorching Hot LB120-02 is a red paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #B05C44, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glowing Firelight from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #B05C44 · LB120-02
Scorching Hot
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Scorching Hot Technical Profile
HEX Code#B05C44
RGB176, 92, 68
Estimated LRV17.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Scorching Hot
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scorching Hot
#B05C44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0A077
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scorching Hot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scorching Hot 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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Scorching Hot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scorching Hot have?
Scorching Hot by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Scorching Hot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scorching Hot are Glowing Firelight by PPG (a close digital match), Iron Ore by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Pebblestone Clay by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Scorching Hot'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 Scorching Hot?
Scorching Hot has a estimated lightness value of 17.3, 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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