Coastal Surf PMD-95 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9CACC, estimated 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.
Behr · #A9CACC · PMD-95
Coastal Surf
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Coastal Surf Technical Profile
HEX Code#A9CACC
RGB169, 202, 204
Estimated LRV55.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Coastal Surf
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Evening Aqua Sky
PPG
#AACDCF
Close digital match
Lake Getaway
Dutch Boy
#ACCACE
Close digital match
Wind Blown
Kilz
#A3C3C7
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Dunn-Edwards
#AECAC8
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Sherwin-Williams
#B0D2D6
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Benjamin Moore
#A7CCCA
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#AEC7C6
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#B1C7C9
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Colors That Work With Coastal Surf
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Coastal Surf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coastal Surf are Evening Aqua Sky by PPG (a close digital match), Lake Getaway by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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