Blue Maize CB11 is a blue paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #3F4666, LRV 6 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Skyline from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3F4666 · CB11
Blue Maize
6%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Blue Maize Technical Profile
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Blue Maize in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Maize in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallBlue Maize
Nearly identical
ValsparSkyline
Skyline
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nobility Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Garden Iris
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Royal Hyacinth
PPG
Nearly identical
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Royal Wave
Vista Paint
Very similar
Singing the Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dignified
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Best In Class
Kilz
Very similar
Quiet Peace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Maize
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Maize
#3F4666
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#645682
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Maize
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Maize 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Blue Maize.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Maize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Maize have?
Blue Maize by Farrow & Ball 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 Blue Maize in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Maize are Skyline by Valspar (a near-identical match), Nobility Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Nobility Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Maize'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 Blue Maize?
Blue Maize has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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 Blue Maize's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.