Ref. #BBBDBA · RK200
Streamlined Silver
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Streamlined Silver Technical Profile
What color is Streamlined Silver? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #BBBDBA. Colors similar to Streamlined Silver include Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray, Vista Paint Prairie Smoke, PPG Gray Stone. Streamlined Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Streamlined Silver sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Streamlined Silver pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Streamlined Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Streamlined Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Streamlined Silver
#BBBDBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Streamlined Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Streamlined Silver 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 Streamlined Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Streamlined Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Streamlined Silver have?
Streamlined Silver by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Streamlined Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Coventry Gray by Benjamin Moore (#B9BBB7), Prairie Smoke by Vista Paint (#BABDBC), Gray Stone by PPG (#B7B9B5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Streamlined Silver?
Streamlined Silver has an LRV of 50.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Streamlined Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.