Cosmopolitan 1158-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #528BAB, estimated LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue China from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #528BAB · 1158-5
Cosmopolitan
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cosmopolitan Technical Profile
HEX Code#528BAB
RGB82, 139, 171
Estimated LRV23.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#5087A7
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#5588AB
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Colors That Work With Cosmopolitan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cosmopolitan
#528BAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8288AE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cosmopolitan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cosmopolitan Room Palettes
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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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Cosmopolitan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cosmopolitan have?
Cosmopolitan by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Cosmopolitan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cosmopolitan are Blue China by Valspar (a close digital match), Blueberry Muffin by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Deep Blue Sea by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cosmopolitan'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 Cosmopolitan?
Cosmopolitan has a estimated lightness value of 23.2, 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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