Ref. #8AAFB4 · RF170-02
Stormy Waters
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Stormy Waters Technical Profile
What color is Stormy Waters? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #8AAFB4. Colors similar to Stormy Waters include Behr French Colony, MPC Crimson Prl over Victoria Green, Sherwin-Williams Aquitaine. Stormy Waters has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Stormy Waters depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Stormy Waters
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
French Colony
Behr
Very similar
Crimson Prl over Victoria Green
MPC
Very similar
Aquitaine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bulfinch Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bulfinch Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
Very similar
Stone Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ocean City Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stormy Waters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stormy Waters
#8AAFB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stormy Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stormy Waters 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 Stormy Waters.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stormy Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stormy Waters have?
Stormy Waters by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Stormy Waters from other brands?
The closest matches are French Colony by Behr (#88B3BC), Crimson Prl over Victoria Green by MPC (#81AFB4), Aquitaine by Sherwin-Williams (#88ABB4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stormy Waters?
Stormy Waters has an LRV of 39.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stormy Waters's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.