Ref. #CFC0D6 · RA250-01
Sweet Scent
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sweet Scent Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Scent? It's a light warm purple with the hex code #CFC0D6. Colors similar to Sweet Scent include Behr Iris Pink, Vista Paint Lavender Bliss, Benjamin Moore Violet Petal. Sweet Scent has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Sweet Scent sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Sweet Scent
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Scent
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Scent
#CFC0D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Scent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Scent 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 Sweet Scent.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Scent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Scent have?
Sweet Scent by Kilz has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Sweet Scent from other brands?
The closest matches are Iris Pink by Behr (#CEBDD5), Lavender Bliss by Vista Paint (#CEC0DA), Violet Petal by Benjamin Moore (#CEC0D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Scent?
Sweet Scent has an LRV of 55.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Scent's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.