Ref. #4A4B4A · RM210
Toasted Poppyseed
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Toasted Poppyseed Technical Profile
What color is Toasted Poppyseed? It's a dark neutral gray with the hex code #4A4B4A. Colors similar to Toasted Poppyseed include Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron, Behr Stone Hearth, Behr Timber Brown. Toasted Poppyseed has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Toasted Poppyseed creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Toasted Poppyseed is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Toasted Poppyseed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toasted Poppyseed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toasted Poppyseed
#4A4B4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#507864
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toasted Poppyseed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toasted Poppyseed 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 Toasted Poppyseed.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Toasted Poppyseed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toasted Poppyseed have?
Toasted Poppyseed by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Toasted Poppyseed from other brands?
The closest matches are Wrought Iron by Benjamin Moore (#4A4B4C), Stone Hearth by Behr (#464745), Timber Brown by Behr (#4C4B4B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toasted Poppyseed?
Toasted Poppyseed has an LRV of 7.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Toasted Poppyseed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.