Bay Water S380-4 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A4BF92, LRV 41 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Praying Mantis from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4BF92 · S380-4
Bay Water
41%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Bay Water in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bay Water in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBay Water
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPraying Mantis
Praying Mantis
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Seawashed Glass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Glendale
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Glendale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fava Bean
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heartland Frosty
Valspar
Very similar
Harmonious
PPG
Very similar
Central Park
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Panoramic Trail
Kilz
Very similar
Whirlybird
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bay Water
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bay Water
#A4BF92
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bay Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bay Water 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
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More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bay Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bay Water have?
Bay Water by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bay Water in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bay Water from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bay Water are Praying Mantis by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Seawashed Glass by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Glendale by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bay Water'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 Bay Water?
Bay Water has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.0, 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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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 Bay Water's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.