Aqua Gray BNC-18 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #80B4B3, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pastel Turquoise from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #80B4B3 · BNC-18
Aqua Gray
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Aqua Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#80B4B3
RGB128, 180, 179
Estimated LRV33.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Aqua Gray
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
#7FB5B5
Close digital match
Venice Escape
Kilz
#80B7B8
Close digital match
Reflecting Pool
Sherwin-Williams
#7BB1B2
Close digital match
Prince Edward Teal
PPG
#84B6B9
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Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
#8CB3B3
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Dutch Boy
#84ACA9
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Spirit in the Sky
Benjamin Moore
#90BDBB
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Vista Paint
#8CC0C0
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#8CC1C2
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#9CC7C4
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Colors That Work With Aqua Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Gray
#80B4B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859AAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Gray 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Gray have?
Aqua Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Aqua Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Gray are Pastel Turquoise by RAL (a close digital match), Venice Escape by Kilz (a close digital match), Reflecting Pool by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aqua Gray'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 Aqua Gray?
Aqua Gray has a estimated lightness value of 33.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aqua Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.