Ref. #82979D · Water-05
Water .05
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Water .05 Technical Profile
What color is Water .05? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #82979D. Colors similar to Water .05 include Sherwin-Williams Whirlpool, Sherwin-Williams Morning at Sea, Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue. Water .05 has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Water .05 depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Water .05 pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Water .05
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Whirlpool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Van Courtland Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rainy Season
Behr
Nearly identical
Standish Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Standish Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stray Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pastello Blue Met.
MPC
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Water .05
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Water .05
#82979D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Water .05
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Water .05 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 Colorhouse Colors
Other Colorhouse colors close to Water .05.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Water .05 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Water .05 have?
Water .05 by Colorhouse has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Water .05 from other brands?
The closest matches are Whirlpool by Sherwin-Williams (#80969D), Morning at Sea by Sherwin-Williams (#82979B), Van Courtland Blue by Benjamin Moore (#87999F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Water .05?
Water .05 has an LRV of 29.3, 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 Water .05's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.