Aquatone PMD-100 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A6B5A9, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fair Maiden from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A6B5A9 · PMD-100
Aquatone
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Aquatone Technical Profile
HEX Code#A6B5A9
RGB166, 181, 169
Estimated LRV44.0
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Fair Maiden
Hirshfield's
#A5B3A5
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Fair Maiden
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#A5B3A5
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Sage Pond
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#A6B5AC
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Dusty Aqua
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#A2B5AB
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Raindance
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#A8B4AB
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#A9B4A5
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#AAB4A7
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Colors That Work With Aquatone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquatone
#A6B5A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquatone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquatone 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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Aquatone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquatone have?
Aquatone by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Aquatone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquatone are Fair Maiden by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Fair Maiden by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sage Pond by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aquatone'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 Aquatone?
Aquatone has a estimated lightness value of 44.0, 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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