Resolute Blue 6507 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #85B0C4, 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.
Ref. #85B0C4 · 6507
Resolute Blue
40%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Resolute Blue Technical Profile
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Resolute Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Resolute Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsResolute Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyNautic Blue
Nautic Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sonata Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Jean
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
By The Sea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Arabella
PPG
Very similar
Soft Skies
Valspar
Very similar
Mountain Main
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Resolute Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Resolute 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Resolute Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Resolute Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Resolute Blue are Nautic Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blue Wings by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sonata Blue by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Resolute Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.