Ref. #5990A4 · RE130-01
Yacht Club
25%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Yacht Club Technical Profile
What color is Yacht Club? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5990A4. Colors similar to Yacht Club include Sherwin-Williams Georgian Revival Blue, Dunn-Edwards Aegean Sea, Sherwin-Williams Manitou Blue. Yacht Club has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Yacht Club depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Yacht Club
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yacht Club
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yacht Club
#5990A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#838DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yacht Club
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yacht Club 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 Yacht Club.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yacht Club — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yacht Club have?
Yacht Club by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Yacht Club from other brands?
The closest matches are Georgian Revival Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#5B8D9F), Aegean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (#508FA2), Manitou Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#5B92A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yacht Club?
Yacht Club has an LRV of 24.8, 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 Yacht Club's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.