Venice Escape RF250-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #80B7B8, LRV 42 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pastel Turquoise from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #80B7B8 · RF250-02
Venice Escape
42%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Venice Escape Technical Profile
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Venice Escape in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Venice Escape in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzVenice Escape
Nearly identical
RALPastel Turquoise
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Nearly identical
Aqua Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Prince Edward Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Reflecting Pool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stillwater
Vista Paint
Very similar
Swim
Valspar
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spirit in the Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Castaway
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rockets
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Venice Escape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Venice Escape
#80B7B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8598AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Venice Escape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Venice Escape 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 Venice Escape.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Venice Escape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Venice Escape have?
Venice Escape 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 Venice Escape in your own space before committing.
What colors match Venice Escape from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Venice Escape are Pastel Turquoise by RAL (a near-identical match), Aqua Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Prince Edward Teal by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Venice Escape'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 Venice Escape?
Venice Escape has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Venice Escape's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.