Aqua Waters S-G-480 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #28C462, estimated LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Artificial Turf from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #28C462 · S-G-480
Aqua Waters
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Aqua Waters Technical Profile
HEX Code#28C462
RGB40, 196, 98
Estimated LRV22.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Aqua Waters
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Waters
#28C462
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#63BCB0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Waters 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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Aqua Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Waters have?
Aqua Waters by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Waters are Artificial Turf by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Elmvale by Vista Paint (a very close match), Bermuda Grass by PPG (a close match) — the best options for getting Aqua Waters'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 Waters?
Aqua Waters has a estimated lightness value of 22.0, 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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