Watermelon Crush LA170-02 is a red paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #C47977, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Emberglo from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #C47977 · LA170-02
Watermelon Crush
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Watermelon Crush Technical Profile
HEX Code#C47977
RGB196, 121, 119
Estimated LRV26.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Watermelon Crush
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watermelon Crush
#C47977
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B19A81
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watermelon Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watermelon Crush 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
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Watermelon Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watermelon Crush have?
Watermelon Crush by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Watermelon Crush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watermelon Crush are Emberglo by PPG (a close digital match), Madeira Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Impatient Heart by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Watermelon Crush'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 Watermelon Crush?
Watermelon Crush has a estimated lightness value of 26.7, 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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