Cobalt Glow 8001-45F is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5985C0, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blueberry Patch from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5985C0 · 8001-45F
Cobalt Glow
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cobalt Glow Technical Profile
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Cobalt Glow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cobalt Glow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCobalt Glow
Nearly identical
BehrBlueberry Patch
Blueberry Patch
Behr
Nearly identical
Bright Prelude Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Bodega Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Lapis
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Endless Summer
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Parkwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Just Chill
Kilz
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Parkwater
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cobalt Glow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cobalt Glow
#5985C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#817DB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cobalt Glow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cobalt Glow 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 Glow.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cobalt Glow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cobalt Glow have?
Cobalt Glow by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cobalt Glow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cobalt Glow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cobalt Glow are Blueberry Patch by Behr (a near-identical match), Bright Prelude Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Neon Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cobalt Glow'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 Glow?
Cobalt Glow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.7, 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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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 Cobalt Glow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.