Coastal Surf PMD-95 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9CACC, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evening Aqua Sky from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9CACC · PMD-95
Coastal Surf
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Coastal Surf Technical Profile
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Coastal Surf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coastal Surf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCoastal Surf
Nearly identical
PPGEvening Aqua Sky
Evening Aqua Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Lake Getaway
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wind Blown
Kilz
Very similar
Seaport
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jetstream
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thunderbird
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wild Life
Valspar
Very similar
Restful Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Teal Twilight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coastal Surf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal Surf
#A9CACC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8597AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal Surf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal Surf 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 Coastal Surf.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coastal Surf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal Surf have?
Coastal Surf by Behr has a neutral 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 Coastal Surf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coastal Surf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coastal Surf are Evening Aqua Sky by PPG (a near-identical match), Lake Getaway by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wind Blown by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Coastal Surf'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 Coastal Surf?
Coastal Surf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.0, 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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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 Coastal Surf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.