Ref. #5A6D87 · MP11611
Coal Blue
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Coal Blue Technical Profile
What color is Coal Blue? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5A6D87. Colors similar to Coal Blue include Behr Sausalito Port, PPG Blue Cloud, Benjamin Moore Blue. Coal Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Coal Blue 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 Coal Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coal Blue
#5A6D87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7673A1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coal Blue 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Coal Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coal Blue have?
Coal Blue by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Coal Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Sausalito Port by Behr (#5B6D85), Blue Cloud by PPG (#627188), Blue by Benjamin Moore (#5D6B86). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coal Blue?
Coal Blue has an LRV of 14.9, 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 Coal Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.