Cobalt Stone 1241-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #0264AE, estimated 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.
PPG · #0264AE · 1241-7
Cobalt Stone
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Cobalt Stone Technical Profile
HEX Code#0264AE
RGB2, 100, 174
Estimated LRV12.2
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Cobalt Stone
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cobalt Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Stone are Big Country Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Brilliant Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ol' Blue Eyes by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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