Bowman Blue 0500 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #587075, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bowman Blue from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #587075 · 0500
Bowman Blue
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bowman Blue Technical Profile
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Bowman Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bowman Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBowman Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBowman Blue
Bowman Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Juniper Berries
Behr
Nearly identical
Moody Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Riverway
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shadowed Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Superstition
PPG
Very similar
Bella Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Flannel Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bowman Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bowman Blue
#587075
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#677799
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bowman Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bowman 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Bowman 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.
Bowman Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bowman Blue have?
Bowman Blue by Vista Paint 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 Bowman Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bowman Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bowman Blue are Bowman Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Portsmouth Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Juniper Berries by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bowman 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 Bowman Blue?
Bowman Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, 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 Bowman Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.