Denim 6523 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #506B84, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Star Gazing from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #506B84 · 6523
Denim
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Denim in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Denim in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDenim
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStar Gazing
Star Gazing
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dark Room
Behr
Nearly identical
Pleasant Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Periscope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Atlantic Schooner
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Midship Blue
PPG
Very similar
Bedford Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Denim
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Denim
#506B84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B6C9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Denim
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Denim 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 Denim.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Denim — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Denim have?
Denim 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 Denim in your own space before committing.
What colors match Denim from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Denim are Star Gazing by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dark Room by Behr (a near-identical match), Pleasant Lake by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Denim'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 Denim?
Denim has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Denim's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.