Sensual Silver RK240 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #9EA7AE, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pilgrim Haze from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #9EA7AE · RK240
Sensual Silver
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sensual Silver Technical Profile
HEX Code#9EA7AE
RGB158, 167, 174
Estimated LRV38.0
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 Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Sensual Silver
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sensual Silver
#9EA7AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sensual Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sensual Silver 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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Sensual Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sensual Silver have?
Sensual Silver by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sensual Silver from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sensual Silver are Pilgrim Haze by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pike's Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Shadow Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sensual Silver'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 Sensual Silver?
Sensual Silver has a estimated lightness value of 38.0, 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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