Ref. #5072B1 · 17-02
Cenote
17%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Cenote Technical Profile
What color is Cenote? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #5072B1. Colors similar to Cenote include Hirshfield's Capri Isle, Vista Paint Blue Bounty, Vista Paint Capri Isle. Cenote has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Cenote 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 Cenote
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cenote
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cenote
#5072B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8982B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cenote
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cenote 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Cenote.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cenote — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cenote have?
Cenote by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cenote from other brands?
The closest matches are Capri Isle by Hirshfield's (#4F72B3), Blue Bounty by Vista Paint (#506FB3), Capri Isle by Vista Paint (#4E6EB2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cenote?
Cenote has an LRV of 16.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cenote's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.