Dusty Cornflower CSP-605 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8DA5AE, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Powder Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8DA5AE · CSP-605
Dusty Cornflower
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dusty Cornflower Technical Profile
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Dusty Cornflower in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusty Cornflower in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDusty Cornflower
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPowder Blue
Powder Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Endless Rain
Kilz
Nearly identical
Down Pour
Behr
Nearly identical
Shale Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whiskful
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hazy Seacliff Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Maracay Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Cornflower
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Cornflower
#8DA5AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Cornflower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Cornflower 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Cornflower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Cornflower have?
Dusty Cornflower by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusty Cornflower in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusty Cornflower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Cornflower are Powder Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Endless Rain by Kilz (a near-identical match), Down Pour by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusty Cornflower'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 Dusty Cornflower?
Dusty Cornflower has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusty Cornflower's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.