Cosmos 6528 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8EA9C2, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grayed Cobalt from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8EA9C2 · 6528
Cosmos
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cosmos Technical Profile
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Cosmos in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cosmos in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCosmos
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyGrayed Cobalt
Grayed Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Nearly identical
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kaleidoscope
PPG
Nearly identical
Lovebirds
Valspar
Nearly identical
Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
John's Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Citadel
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cosmos
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cosmos
#8EA9C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cosmos
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cosmos 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 Cosmos.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cosmos — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cosmos have?
Cosmos by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Cosmos in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cosmos from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cosmos are Grayed Cobalt by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blue Ballad by Kilz (a near-identical match), Beecher Falls by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cosmos'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 Cosmos?
Cosmos has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cosmos's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.