Ref. #B5B5AF · RK220
Warm Ashes
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warm Ashes Technical Profile
What color is Warm Ashes? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B5B5AF. Colors similar to Warm Ashes include Hirshfield's Quincy Granite, Vista Paint Quincy Granite, Sherwin-Williams Gray Clouds. Warm Ashes has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Warm Ashes depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Warm Ashes 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 Warm Ashes
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Quincy Granite
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Quincy Granite
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gray Clouds
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gray Huskie
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Classic Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray-Green Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Ashes
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Ashes
#B5B5AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Ashes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Ashes 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 Warm Ashes.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warm Ashes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Ashes have?
Warm Ashes by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Warm Ashes from other brands?
The closest matches are Quincy Granite by Hirshfield's (#B5B5AF), Quincy Granite by Vista Paint (#B4B4AD), Gray Clouds by Sherwin-Williams (#B7B7B2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Warm Ashes?
Warm Ashes has an LRV of 46.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Warm Ashes's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.