Cobalt Flame PMD-23 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E719D, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nile Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #4E719D · PMD-23
Cobalt Flame
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cobalt Flame Technical Profile
HEX Code#4E719D
RGB78, 113, 157
Estimated LRV15.9
UndertoneNeutral
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
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Cobalt Flame
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Nile Blue
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#4F729B
Close digital match
Lupine
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#4E739F
Close digital match
Sapphire Waters
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#4771A1
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#4E71A6
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#5175A1
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#4D70A9
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Colors That Work With Cobalt Flame
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt Flame
#4E719D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B78A6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt Flame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cobalt Flame 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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Cobalt Flame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt Flame have?
Cobalt Flame by Behr has a neutral 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 Cobalt Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Flame are Nile Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lupine by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sapphire Waters by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cobalt Flame'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 Cobalt Flame?
Cobalt Flame has a estimated lightness value of 15.9, 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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