Simply Neutral RK230 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #AEACA3, estimated LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cape May Cobblestone from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #AEACA3 · RK230
Simply Neutral
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Simply Neutral Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEACA3
RGB174, 172, 163
Estimated LRV41.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Simply Neutral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Neutral
#AEACA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Neutral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Neutral Room Palettes
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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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Simply Neutral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Neutral have?
Simply Neutral by Kilz has a warm (golden) 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 Simply Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Neutral are Cape May Cobblestone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Skipping Stone Grey by PPG (a close digital match), Downtown Gray by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Simply Neutral'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 Simply Neutral?
Simply Neutral has a estimated lightness value of 41.1, 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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