Cobalt Flame PMD-23 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E719D, 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.
Ref. #4E719D · PMD-23
Cobalt Flame
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cobalt Flame Technical Profile
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Cobalt Flame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cobalt Flame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCobalt Flame
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNile Blue
Nile Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Azurite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Burbling Brook
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shoreline Drive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Honky Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cenote
PPG
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cobalt Flame
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Cobalt Flame.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cobalt Flame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cobalt Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Flame are Nile Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lupine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sapphire Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cobalt Flame's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.