Whale Tail RB280-02 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #7C7D82, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tarnished Silver from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #7C7D82 · RB280-02
Whale Tail
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Whale Tail Technical Profile
HEX Code#7C7D82
RGB124, 125, 130
Estimated LRV20.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Compare alternatives to Whale Tail
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#797B80
Close digital match
Nuts and Bolts
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#7C7F86
Close digital match
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#7D8085
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#828388
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#7B787D
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Colors That Work With Whale Tail
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whale Tail
#7C7D82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9284AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whale Tail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whale Tail 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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Whale Tail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whale Tail have?
Whale Tail by Kilz has a cool (blue) 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 Whale Tail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whale Tail are Tarnished Silver by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Nuts and Bolts by Valspar (a close digital match), Charcoal Linen by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whale Tail'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 Whale Tail?
Whale Tail has a estimated lightness value of 20.6, 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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