Ref. #BCB5A9 · LK110
Urban Gateway
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Urban Gateway Technical Profile
What color is Urban Gateway? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #BCB5A9. Colors similar to Urban Gateway include Sherwin-Williams Pachyderm, Hirshfield's Light Lichen, Vista Paint Light Lichen. Urban Gateway has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Urban Gateway depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Urban Gateway pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Urban Gateway
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pachyderm
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Luxe Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gold Dust Prl over Hot Plata
MPC
Nearly identical
Ghost Writer
PPG
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drifting
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Urban Gateway
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Urban Gateway
#BCB5A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Urban Gateway
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Urban Gateway 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 Urban Gateway.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Urban Gateway — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Urban Gateway have?
Urban Gateway by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Urban Gateway from other brands?
The closest matches are Pachyderm by Sherwin-Williams (#BAB3A6), Light Lichen by Hirshfield's (#BFB6A9), Light Lichen by Vista Paint (#BFB7A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Urban Gateway?
Urban Gateway has an LRV of 46.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Urban Gateway's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.