Ref. #BAC9C0 · QE-42
Antiqued Aqua
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antiqued Aqua Technical Profile
What color is Antiqued Aqua? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #BAC9C0. Colors similar to Antiqued Aqua include Benjamin Moore Sylvan Mist, Hirshfield's Amelia, PPG Blue Shamrock. Antiqued Aqua has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Antiqued Aqua sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Antiqued Aqua pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Antiqued Aqua
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antiqued Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antiqued Aqua
#BAC9C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antiqued Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antiqued Aqua 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Antiqued Aqua.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antiqued Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antiqued Aqua have?
Antiqued Aqua by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Antiqued Aqua from other brands?
The closest matches are Sylvan Mist by Benjamin Moore (#B8C7BF), Amelia by Hirshfield's (#BECCC2), Blue Shamrock by PPG (#BACBC4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antiqued Aqua?
Antiqued Aqua has an LRV of 58.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Antiqued Aqua's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.