Wild Thyme RG270-01 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #85A183, LRV 32 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Seagrass from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #85A183 · RG270-01
Wild Thyme
32%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wild Thyme Technical Profile
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Wild Thyme in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wild Thyme in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzWild Thyme
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSummer Seagrass
Summer Seagrass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Grass Mood
Valspar
Very similar
Agate Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Winchester Sage
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Aged Eucalyptus
Behr
Very similar
Glamorized Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Garden Path
PPG
Very similar
Lakeside Pine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Breakfast Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bristol Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Thyme
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Thyme
#85A183
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Thyme
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Thyme 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 Thyme.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Thyme — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Thyme have?
Wild Thyme by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wild Thyme in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wild Thyme from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Thyme are Summer Seagrass by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Vineyard by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mermaid's Cove by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wild Thyme'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 Wild Thyme?
Wild Thyme has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.1, 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 Wild Thyme's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.