Ref. #225288 · 6967
Frank Blue
8%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Frank Blue Technical Profile
What color is Frank Blue? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #225288. Colors similar to Frank Blue include Behr Express Blue, Kilz Navy Dress, Valspar Strong Will. Frank Blue has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Frank Blue 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 Frank Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frank Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frank Blue
#225288
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#494796
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frank Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frank Blue 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 Frank Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frank Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frank Blue have?
Frank Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Frank Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Express Blue by Behr (#225389), Navy Dress by Kilz (#285489), Strong Will by Valspar (#214F86). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Frank Blue?
Frank Blue has an LRV of 8.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Frank Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.