Walnut Shell LM220 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #80756B, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fauna Brown from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #80756B · LM220
Walnut Shell
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Walnut Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#80756B
RGB128, 117, 107
Estimated LRV18.4
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Walnut Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Walnut Shell
#80756B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A479
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Walnut Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Walnut Shell Room Palettes
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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
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Walnut Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Walnut Shell have?
Walnut Shell by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Walnut Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Walnut Shell are Fauna Brown by PPG (a close digital match), Chocolate Heart by Behr (a close digital match), Tattle Tail by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Walnut Shell'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 Walnut Shell?
Walnut Shell has a estimated lightness value of 18.4, 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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