Cobalt Stone 1241-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #0264AE, LRV 12 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Big Country Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #0264AE · 1241-7
Cobalt Stone
12%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Cobalt Stone Technical Profile
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Cobalt Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cobalt Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCobalt Stone
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBig Country Blue
Big Country Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
In the Nick
Valspar
Very similar
Bowen Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
The Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Electric Blue
Behr
Very similar
Beyond The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Hyper Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Sea
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bowen Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cobalt Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt Stone
#0264AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2F38B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cobalt Stone 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 Cobalt Stone.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cobalt Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt Stone have?
Cobalt Stone by PPG 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 Cobalt Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cobalt Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Stone are Big Country Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Brilliant Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ol' Blue Eyes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cobalt Stone'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 Stone?
Cobalt Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cobalt Stone's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.