Ref. #5CCB99 · M450-5
Aqua Rapids
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Aqua Rapids Technical Profile
What color is Aqua Rapids? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #5CCB99. Colors similar to Aqua Rapids include Dunn-Edwards Vegetation, Benjamin Moore Adam Green, Valspar Spearmint Burst. Aqua Rapids has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Aqua Rapids depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Aqua Rapids
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Rapids
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Rapids
#5CCB99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79B5B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Rapids
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Rapids 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 Rapids.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Rapids — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Rapids have?
Aqua Rapids by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Aqua Rapids from other brands?
The closest matches are Vegetation by Dunn-Edwards (#5CCD97), Adam Green by Benjamin Moore (#54C89A), Spearmint Burst by Valspar (#67C294). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aqua Rapids?
Aqua Rapids has an LRV of 31.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aqua Rapids's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.