Ref. #44778A · RD290-02
Storm
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Storm Technical Profile
What color is Storm? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #44778A. Colors similar to Storm include Sherwin-Williams Turkish Tile, Dunn-Edwards English River, Valspar Peacock Blues. Storm has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Storm creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Storm
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Storm
#44778A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#67729A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Storm 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 Storm.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Storm have?
Storm by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Storm from other brands?
The closest matches are Turkish Tile by Sherwin-Williams (#3E758A), English River by Dunn-Edwards (#3C768A), Peacock Blues by Valspar (#497A8D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Storm?
Storm has an LRV of 16.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Storm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.