Thermal Aqua HDC-SM14-6 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9CCEC0, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Key Largo Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9CCEC0 · HDC-SM14-6
Thermal Aqua
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thermal Aqua Technical Profile
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Thermal Aqua in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thermal Aqua in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrThermal Aqua
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreKey Largo Green
Key Largo Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tarreyton
PPG
Nearly identical
Kodiak Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Simply Seafoam
Valspar
Nearly identical
Refresh
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shimmering Glade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oceanic
Kilz
Very similar
Wintermint
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Montpelier Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thermal Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thermal Aqua
#9CCEC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84A5AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thermal Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thermal 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 Thermal 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.
Thermal Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thermal Aqua have?
Thermal Aqua by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Thermal Aqua in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thermal Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thermal Aqua are Key Largo Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fun N Games by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tarreyton by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Thermal 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 Thermal Aqua?
Thermal Aqua has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Thermal Aqua's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.