Almost Aqua 1229-3 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #98DDC5, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Return to Paradise from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98DDC5 · 1229-3
Almost Aqua
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Almost Aqua Technical Profile
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Almost Aqua in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Almost Aqua in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAlmost Aqua
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreReturn to Paradise
Return to Paradise
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Montpelier Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pageant Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Summer Sonata
Vista Paint
Very similar
Turquoise Tower
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sea Treasure
Valspar
Very similar
Wintermint
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tantalizing Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Green Surf
Kilz
Very similar
Water .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Almost Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almost Aqua
#98DDC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7AAEB8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almost Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almost 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Almost 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.
Almost Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almost Aqua have?
Almost Aqua by PPG 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 Almost Aqua in your own space before committing.
What colors match Almost Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almost Aqua are Return to Paradise by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Montpelier Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pageant Green by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Almost 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 Almost Aqua?
Almost Aqua has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Almost Aqua's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.