Smoke Ring RK100 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #C9C7BE, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gratifying Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9C7BE · RK100
Smoke Ring
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoke Ring Technical Profile
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Smoke Ring in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoke Ring in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzSmoke Ring
Nearly identical
BehrGratifying Gray
Gratifying Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Repose Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Early Evening
PPG
Nearly identical
Cloud Cover
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Apparition
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Way
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rippled Rock
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Ring
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Ring
#C9C7BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Ring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke Ring 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 Smoke Ring.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoke Ring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Ring have?
Smoke Ring by Kilz has a neutral 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 Smoke Ring in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoke Ring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Ring are Gratifying Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Whitewash Oak by Behr (a near-identical match), Repose Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoke Ring'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 Smoke Ring?
Smoke Ring has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Ring's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.