Sophistication LK170 is a beige paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #C7BBAD, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Master Manuel from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C7BBAD · LK170
Sophistication
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sophistication Technical Profile
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Sophistication in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sophistication in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzSophistication
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMaster Manuel
Master Manuel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Barley Field
Behr
Nearly identical
Roasted Macadamia
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hampshire Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gallery Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ashen
PPG
Nearly identical
Shiitake
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Moonbeam
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hearthstone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mortar and Pestle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sophistication
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sophistication
#C7BBAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sophistication
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sophistication 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 Sophistication.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sophistication — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sophistication have?
Sophistication by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sophistication in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sophistication from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sophistication are Master Manuel by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Barley Field by Behr (a near-identical match), Creamy Mushroom by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sophistication'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 Sophistication?
Sophistication has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.7, 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 Sophistication's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.