Tempest RE290-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #3A6C73, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Slumber from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3A6C73 · RE290-01
Tempest
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tempest Technical Profile
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Tempest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tempest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzTempest
Nearly identical
ValsparOcean Slumber
Ocean Slumber
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nassau Night
PPG
Very similar
Fair Isle Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Very similar
Jade
Behr
Very similar
Night Tides
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Time for Teal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Teal Fury
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempest
#3A6C73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A6A86
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempest 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 Tempest.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tempest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempest have?
Tempest by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tempest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tempest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempest are Ocean Slumber by Valspar (a near-identical match), Firmament by Valspar (a very close match), Nassau Night by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Tempest'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 Tempest?
Tempest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tempest's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.