Underground RM170 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #69655F, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chinchilla from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #69655F · RM170
Underground
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Underground Technical Profile
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Underground in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Underground in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzUnderground
Nearly identical
BehrChinchilla
Chinchilla
Behr
Nearly identical
Blackened Ore
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Limestone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coachman's Cape
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Catch of the Day
Valspar
Nearly identical
Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark Woods
PPG
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Underground
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Underground
#69655F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#929764
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Underground
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Underground 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 Underground.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Underground — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Underground have?
Underground by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Underground in your own space before committing.
What colors match Underground from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Underground are Chinchilla by Behr (a near-identical match), Blackened Ore by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Limestone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Underground'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 Underground?
Underground has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, 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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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 Underground's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.