Cobalt Cannon 5001-2C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #596164, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Anchor Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #596164 · 5001-2C
Cobalt Cannon
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cobalt Cannon Technical Profile
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Cobalt Cannon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cobalt Cannon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCobalt Cannon
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAnchor Gray
Anchor Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Grays Harbor
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mostly Metal
PPG
Nearly identical
Flint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Greybeard
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cobalt Cannon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt Cannon
#596164
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#606B90
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt Cannon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cobalt Cannon 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Cobalt Cannon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cobalt Cannon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt Cannon have?
Cobalt Cannon by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cobalt Cannon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cobalt Cannon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Cannon are Anchor Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Metal by Behr (a near-identical match), Grays Harbor by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cobalt Cannon'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 Cobalt Cannon?
Cobalt Cannon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cobalt Cannon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.