Wharf Blue RE280-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #3D6C77, estimated 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.
Kilz · #3D6C77 · RE280-02
Wharf Blue
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wharf Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D6C77
RGB61, 108, 119
Estimated LRV13.0
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 Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Coat of Arms
Benjamin Moore
#3D6D7B
Close digital match
Night Scape
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#366976
Close digital match
Distance
Behr
#3F6A77
Close digital match
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#256D7B
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#427584
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Colors That Work With Wharf Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Wharf Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wharf Blue are Coat of Arms by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Night Scape by Valspar (a close digital match), Distance by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.