Waterscape 530F-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #72ACB0, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea of Turquoise from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #72ACB0 · 530F-5
Waterscape
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Waterscape Technical Profile
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Waterscape in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Waterscape in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWaterscape
Nearly identical
PPGSea of Turquoise
Sea of Turquoise
PPG
Nearly identical
Water Oasis
Kilz
Nearly identical
Reflecting Pool
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Seaside Resort
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Turquoise Trick
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Spa Pool
Valspar
Very similar
Watson Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wet Surfboard
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Waterscape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waterscape
#72ACB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waterscape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waterscape 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 Waterscape.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Waterscape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waterscape have?
Waterscape by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Waterscape in your own space before committing.
What colors match Waterscape from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Waterscape are Sea of Turquoise by PPG (a near-identical match), Water Oasis by Kilz (a near-identical match), Reflecting Pool by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Waterscape'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 Waterscape?
Waterscape has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Waterscape's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.