Wharf Blue RE280-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #3D6C77, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coat of Arms from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3D6C77 · RE280-02
Wharf Blue
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wharf Blue Technical Profile
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Wharf Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wharf Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzWharf Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCoat of Arms
Coat of Arms
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Night Scape
Valspar
Nearly identical
Distance
Behr
Nearly identical
Water Blue
RAL
Very similar
Silken Peacock
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Azalea Leaf
PPG
Very similar
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ocean Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
San Gabriel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wharf Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wharf Blue
#3D6C77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C6B8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wharf Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wharf Blue 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 Wharf Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wharf Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wharf Blue have?
Wharf Blue 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 Wharf Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wharf Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wharf Blue are Coat of Arms by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Night Scape by Valspar (a near-identical match), Distance by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wharf Blue'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 Wharf Blue?
Wharf Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wharf Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.