Opal Waters MQ5-50 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEC4D0, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Serenata from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AEC4D0 · MQ5-50
Opal Waters
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Opal Waters Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEC4D0
RGB174, 196, 208
Estimated LRV53.0
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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Colors That Work With Opal Waters
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opal Waters
#AEC4D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Opal Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Opal Waters 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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Opal Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opal Waters have?
Opal Waters 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 Opal Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opal Waters are Serenata by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Muted Rain by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Honest Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Opal Waters'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 Opal Waters?
Opal Waters has a estimated lightness value of 53.0, 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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