Smoky Azurite 9148 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #708D9E, LRV 25 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is China Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #708D9E · 9148
Smoky Azurite
25%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smoky Azurite Technical Profile
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Smoky Azurite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Azurite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSmoky Azurite
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsChina Clay
China Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brookside
Valspar
Nearly identical
French Court
Behr
Nearly identical
Americana
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Reflections
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stormy Sky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Breezy Indigo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Totally Scientific
Kilz
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Azurite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Azurite
#708D9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Azurite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Azurite 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
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Smoky Azurite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Azurite have?
Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoky Azurite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Azurite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Azurite are China Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Brookside by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pulitzer Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky Azurite'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 Smoky Azurite?
Smoky Azurite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Azurite's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.