Ref. #25476A · 6524
Commodore
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Commodore Technical Profile
What color is Commodore? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #25476A. Colors similar to Commodore include Benjamin Moore Downpour Blue, Vista Paint Prairie Night, PPG Blue Tang. Commodore has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Commodore creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Commodore
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Commodore
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Commodore
#25476A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#45457D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Commodore
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Commodore 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Commodore.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Commodore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Commodore have?
Commodore by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Commodore from other brands?
The closest matches are Downpour Blue by Benjamin Moore (#26476A), Prairie Night by Vista Paint (#244667), Blue Tang by PPG (#2A4B6E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Commodore?
Commodore has an LRV of 5.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Commodore's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.