Serendipity RB260-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #838EBD, LRV 28 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Skysail Blue from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838EBD · RB260-02
Serendipity
28%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Serendipity Technical Profile
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Serendipity in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Serendipity in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzSerendipity
Very similar
PPGSkysail Blue
Skysail Blue
PPG
Very similar
Mood Mode
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bailey Bells
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Evening In Paris
Behr
Very similar
Softened Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plush
Valspar
Very similar
Purple Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Twilight Twinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serendipity
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serendipity
#838EBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9185AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serendipity
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serendipity 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serendipity — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serendipity have?
Serendipity by Kilz has a cool (violet) 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 Serendipity in your own space before committing.
What colors match Serendipity from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Serendipity are Skysail Blue by PPG (a very close match), Mood Mode by Vista Paint (a very close match), Blue Hyacinth by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Serendipity'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 Serendipity?
Serendipity has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Serendipity's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.