Ref. #3C4378 · DEA140
Cobalt
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cobalt Technical Profile
What color is Cobalt? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3C4378. Colors similar to Cobalt include Benjamin Moore Basic Blue, Behr Academy Purple, MPC Napoleon Blue. Cobalt has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Cobalt creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Cobalt
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cobalt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt
#3C4378
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E5C8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to 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.
Cobalt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt have?
Cobalt by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cobalt from other brands?
The closest matches are Basic Blue by Benjamin Moore (#40467E), Academy Purple by Behr (#364276), Napoleon Blue by MPC (#394577). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cobalt?
Cobalt has an LRV of 6.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Cobalt's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.