Ref. #3D6775 · RE100-02
Wild River
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wild River Technical Profile
What color is Wild River? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #3D6775. Colors similar to Wild River include Behr Distance, Valspar Night Scape, Benjamin Moore Coat of Arms. Wild River has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Wild River creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Wild River
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild River
#3D6775
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C6789
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild River 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 Wild River.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild River have?
Wild River by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Wild River from other brands?
The closest matches are Distance by Behr (#3F6A77), Night Scape by Valspar (#366976), Coat of Arms by Benjamin Moore (#3D6D7B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wild River?
Wild River has an LRV of 12.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wild River's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.