Dusty Cornflower CSP-605 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8DA5AE, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #8DA5AE · CSP-605
Dusty Cornflower
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dusty Cornflower Technical Profile
HEX Code#8DA5AE
RGB141, 165, 174
Estimated LRV35.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Dusty Cornflower
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dusty Cornflower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Cornflower are Powder Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Endless Rain by Kilz (a close digital match), Down Pour by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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