Ref. #AEC4D0 · MQ5-50
Opal Waters
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Opal Waters Technical Profile
What color is Opal Waters? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #AEC4D0. Colors similar to Opal Waters include Benjamin Moore Serenata, Sherwin-Williams Honest Blue, PPG Twinkle. Opal Waters has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Opal Waters sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Opal Waters
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Serenata
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Honest Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Twinkle
PPG
Nearly identical
Peace River
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Northern Sky Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Rain
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Star Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Opal Waters
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Opal Waters.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Opal Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opal Waters have?
Opal Waters by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Opal Waters from other brands?
The closest matches are Serenata by Benjamin Moore (#ACC2CD), Honest Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#B2C7D3), Twinkle by PPG (#ADC6D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Opal Waters?
Opal Waters has an LRV of 53.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Opal Waters's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.