Champion Cobalt 2061-20 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #274965, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twilight Chimes from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #274965 · 2061-20
Champion Cobalt
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Champion Cobalt Technical Profile
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Champion Cobalt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Champion Cobalt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChampion Cobalt
Nearly identical
BehrTwilight Chimes
Twilight Chimes
Behr
Nearly identical
Celestial Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Prairie Night
Vista Paint
Very similar
Inkstain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Time's Current
Valspar
Very similar
Commodore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Still Waters Run Deep
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Very similar
Queen of the Night
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Champion Cobalt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Champion Cobalt
#274965
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#464979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Champion Cobalt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Champion Cobalt 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Champion Cobalt.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Champion Cobalt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Champion Cobalt have?
Champion Cobalt by Benjamin Moore 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 Champion Cobalt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Champion Cobalt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Champion Cobalt are Twilight Chimes by Behr (a near-identical match), Celestial Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Singing The Blues by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Champion Cobalt'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 Champion Cobalt?
Champion Cobalt has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.1, 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 Champion Cobalt's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.