Pitch Cobalt 5010-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #434D56, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deepest Sea from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #434D56 · 5010-2
Pitch Cobalt
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pitch Cobalt Technical Profile
HEX Code#434D56
RGB67, 77, 86
Estimated LRV7.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#444D56
Close digital match
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#465058
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Colors That Work With Pitch Cobalt
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pitch Cobalt
#434D56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#52537A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pitch Cobalt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pitch Cobalt 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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Pitch Cobalt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pitch Cobalt have?
Pitch Cobalt by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Pitch Cobalt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pitch Cobalt are Deepest Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Blue Note by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Evening Storm by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pitch Cobalt'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 Pitch Cobalt?
Pitch Cobalt has a estimated lightness value of 7.2, 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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