Ref. #48FE9F · P450-5
Island Aqua
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Island Aqua Technical Profile
What color is Island Aqua? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #48FE9F. Island Aqua has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Island Aqua depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Island Aqua
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Island Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Island Aqua
#48FE9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5CD6D3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Island Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Island Aqua 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 Island Aqua.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Island Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Island Aqua have?
Island Aqua by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Island Aqua from other brands?
The closest matches are Weekend Gardener by Dunn-Edwards (#9FE4AA), Amazon Trail by Vista Paint (#8BD385), Lime Tart by Benjamin Moore (#73CD89). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Island Aqua?
Island Aqua has an LRV of 38.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Island Aqua's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.