Aqua Gray BNC-18 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #80B4B3, 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.
Ref. #80B4B3 · BNC-18
Aqua Gray
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aqua Gray Technical Profile
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Aqua Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aqua Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAqua Gray
Nearly identical
RALPastel Turquoise
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Nearly identical
Venice Escape
Kilz
Nearly identical
Reflecting Pool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Prince Edward Teal
PPG
Very similar
Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
Very similar
Discreet Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spirit in the Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stillwater
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Polished Aqua
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Gray
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Aqua Gray.
More blue colors from other brands
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aqua Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aqua Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Gray are Pastel Turquoise by RAL (a near-identical match), Venice Escape by Kilz (a near-identical match), Reflecting Pool by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Aqua Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.