ComparisonComparisonKilz TB-76 and Vista Paint 7727, ΔE 20.57 apart
Kilz Calm Forest (TB-76) and Vista Paint Limeade (7727) measure a delta-E of 20.57 apart. Limeade is 11 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Limeade holds more color, chroma 34.5 against 15.6, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Calm Forest depth in Vista Paint's line, start from its LRV of 38.0 rather than matching by name.
Kilz Calm Forest and Vista Paint Limeade are delta-E 20.57 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Kilz Calm Forest and Vista Paint Limeade is delta-E 20.57.
Vista Paint Limeade is lighter than Kilz Calm Forest by 11 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Limeade carries more color than Kilz Calm Forest - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Calm Forest | Limeade | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kilz | Vista Paint |
| Code | TB-76 | 7727 |
| Hex | #A3AB8F | #B9C281 |
| Light reflectance | 38.0 | 49.0 |
| Undertone | yellow-green | yellow-green |
| Chroma | 15.6 | 34.5 |
| Hue angle | 120.3° | 113.1° |
| Color family | green | yellow |