Rich Cobalt 139-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #225288, LRV 8 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Frank Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #225288 · 139-7DB
Rich Cobalt
8%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rich Cobalt Technical Profile
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Rich Cobalt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rich Cobalt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRich Cobalt
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFrank Blue
Frank Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Express Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Navy Dress
Kilz
Nearly identical
Strong Will
Valspar
Nearly identical
Follow My Blue Bliss
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brilliant Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Royal Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Cascade Twilight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rich Cobalt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Cobalt
#225288
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#494796
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Cobalt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Rich 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.
Rich Cobalt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Cobalt have?
Rich Cobalt by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) 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 Rich Cobalt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rich Cobalt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Cobalt are Frank Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Express Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Navy Dress by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rich 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 Rich Cobalt?
Rich Cobalt has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.2, 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
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 Rich Cobalt's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.