Lobelia 6809 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7498BE, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paradise Found from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7498BE · 6809
Lobelia
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lobelia Technical Profile
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Lobelia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lobelia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsLobelia
Nearly identical
ValsparParadise Found
Paradise Found
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gingham Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Ocean City
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Magic Spell
Behr
Very similar
Lake Periwinkle
Kilz
Very similar
Himalaya Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Key West Zenith
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Brazilian Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Luxurious
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lobelia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lobelia
#7498BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8383AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lobelia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lobelia 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 Lobelia.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lobelia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lobelia have?
Lobelia 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 Lobelia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lobelia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lobelia are Paradise Found by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gingham Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Ocean City by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lobelia'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 Lobelia?
Lobelia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.9, 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 Lobelia's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.