Cobalt Glaze 1240-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #0072B5, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Biloxi Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #0072B5 · 1240-7
Cobalt Glaze
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cobalt Glaze Technical Profile
HEX Code#0072B5
RGB0, 114, 181
Estimated LRV15.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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#0574B5
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Colors That Work With Cobalt Glaze
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt Glaze
#0072B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2E40BA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt Glaze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cobalt Glaze 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
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cobalt Glaze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt Glaze have?
Cobalt Glaze by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cobalt Glaze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Glaze are Biloxi Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Biloxi Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Sky Blue by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cobalt Glaze'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 Cobalt Glaze?
Cobalt Glaze has a estimated lightness value of 15.4, 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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