Scuba RF130-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #22838B, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bay Teal from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #22838B · RF130-02
Scuba
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Scuba Technical Profile
HEX Code#22838B
RGB34, 131, 139
Estimated LRV18.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Scuba
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scuba
#22838B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#476A99
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scuba
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scuba 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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Scuba — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scuba have?
Scuba by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Scuba from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scuba are Bay Teal by Valspar (a close digital match), The Big Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Surf Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Scuba'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 Scuba?
Scuba has a estimated lightness value of 18.4, 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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