Watery HDC-CT-26 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AFBEBE, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jolene from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFBEBE · HDC-CT-26
Watery
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Watery Technical Profile
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Watery in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watery in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWatery
Nearly identical
ValsparJolene
Jolene
Valspar
Nearly identical
Frosted Briarwood Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Whirlwind
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Elegant Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wedgewood Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Indulgence
Vista Paint
Very similar
Haze Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watery
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watery
#AFBEBE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watery 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 Watery.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watery have?
Watery by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Watery in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watery are Jolene by Valspar (a near-identical match), Frosted Briarwood Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Watery'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 Watery?
Watery has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.7, 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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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 Watery's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.