Cosmopolitan 1158-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #528BAB, 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.
Ref. #528BAB · 1158-5
Cosmopolitan
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cosmopolitan Technical Profile
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Cosmopolitan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cosmopolitan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCosmopolitan
Nearly identical
ValsparBlue China
Blue China
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blueberry Muffin
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Empire Blue
Behr
Very similar
Blue Daisy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Eyed Beauty
Kilz
Very similar
Coastal Way
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Storm Blue Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Secure Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cosmopolitan
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
Pure 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
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 Cosmopolitan.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cosmopolitan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cosmopolitan have?
Cosmopolitan by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Cosmopolitan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cosmopolitan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cosmopolitan are Blue China by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cosmopolitan's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.