Aquifer MQ6-8 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #98C4C5, LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tranquil Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98C4C5 · MQ6-8
Aquifer
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aquifer Technical Profile
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Aquifer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aquifer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAquifer
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTranquil Blue
Tranquil Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Raindrop
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coastal View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Seeker
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Trattoria Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Glacial Waters
Kilz
Very similar
Surfside
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rockets
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aquifer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquifer
#98C4C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8598AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquifer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquifer 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 Aquifer.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aquifer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquifer have?
Aquifer by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Aquifer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aquifer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquifer are Tranquil Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Raindrop by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Coastal View by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aquifer'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 Aquifer?
Aquifer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Aquifer's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.