Polished Aqua T17-08 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A6C3BE, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Reservoir Teal from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A6C3BE · T17-08
Polished Aqua
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Polished Aqua Technical Profile
HEX Code#A6C3BE
RGB166, 195, 190
Estimated LRV50.9
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Polished Aqua
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polished Aqua
#A6C3BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A0AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polished Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polished 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
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Polished Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polished Aqua have?
Polished Aqua by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Polished Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polished Aqua are Reservoir Teal by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Aquaverde by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Patina'D by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Polished Aqua'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 Polished Aqua?
Polished Aqua has a estimated lightness value of 50.9, 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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