Shark RL220 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #93959B, LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lionfish from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #93959B · RL220
Shark
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Shark Technical Profile
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Shark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzShark
Nearly identical
ValsparLionfish
Lionfish
Valspar
Nearly identical
Formal Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heather Field
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dustblu
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purpled Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Overcast Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Winter'S Blue Grey Sky
PPG
Very similar
Telegrey 1
RAL
Very similar
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shark
#93959B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shark 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 Shark.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shark have?
Shark by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shark are Lionfish by Valspar (a near-identical match), Formal Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Heather Field by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shark'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 Shark?
Shark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.1, 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 Shark's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.