Rogue Blue 5009-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #525A64, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thunderstorm from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #525A64 · 5009-2
Rogue Blue
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rogue Blue Technical Profile
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Rogue Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rogue Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRogue Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintThunderstorm
Thunderstorm
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Thunderstorm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Evening Dove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Sea
Behr
Nearly identical
Sophisticated Navy
PPG
Nearly identical
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rogue Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rogue Blue
#525A64
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#605D8C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rogue Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rogue Blue 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 Rogue Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rogue Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rogue Blue have?
Rogue Blue 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 Rogue Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rogue Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rogue Blue are Thunderstorm by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Thunderstorm by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Evening Dove by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rogue Blue'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 Rogue Blue?
Rogue Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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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Why Rogue Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.