Watertown RF150-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #53C2C4, LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eskimo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #53C2C4 · RF150-01
Watertown
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Watertown Technical Profile
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Watertown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watertown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzWatertown
Nearly identical
BehrEskimo
Eskimo
Behr
Nearly identical
Greek Siren
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Port Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Burbank Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Montego Bay
PPG
Very similar
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Aqua Ocean
Valspar
Very similar
Oceanside Paradise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watertown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watertown
#53C2C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B98B7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watertown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watertown 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 Watertown.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watertown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watertown have?
Watertown 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 Watertown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watertown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watertown are Eskimo by Behr (a near-identical match), Greek Siren by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Port Hope by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Watertown'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 Watertown?
Watertown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Watertown's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.