Pitch Cobalt 5010-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #434D56, 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.
Ref. #434D56 · 5010-2
Pitch Cobalt
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pitch Cobalt Technical Profile
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Pitch Cobalt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pitch Cobalt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPitch Cobalt
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDeepest Sea
Deepest Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Note
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Evening Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Krimson Lake Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Navigation
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Serpent
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pitch Cobalt
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Pitch Cobalt.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pitch Cobalt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pitch Cobalt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pitch Cobalt are Deepest Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Note by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Evening Storm by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Pitch Cobalt's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.