Resolute Blue 6507 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #85B0C4, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nautic Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #85B0C4 · 6507
Resolute Blue
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Resolute Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#85B0C4
RGB133, 176, 196
Estimated LRV40.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#85B0C4
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#82B2C4
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Colors That Work With Resolute Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Resolute Blue
#85B0C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#848BAE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Resolute Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Resolute 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
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Resolute Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Resolute Blue have?
Resolute Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Resolute Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Resolute Blue are Nautic Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Blue Wings by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sonata Blue by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Resolute Blue'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 Resolute Blue?
Resolute Blue has a estimated lightness value of 40.0, 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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Why Resolute Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.