Aqua Chintz 90GG 57/146 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A5CFD1, LRV 57 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polar Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5CFD1 · 90GG 57/146
Aqua Chintz
57%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aqua Chintz Technical Profile
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Aqua Chintz in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aqua Chintz in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAqua Chintz
Nearly identical
KilzPolar Blue
Polar Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Prelude
Behr
Nearly identical
Cay
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spring Rain
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sea Tickle
Valspar
Very similar
Fair Farmington
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fun-Guy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Surfside
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Outerspace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Chintz
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Chintz
#A5CFD1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8597AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Chintz
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Chintz 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 Aqua Chintz.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Chintz — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Chintz have?
Aqua Chintz by PPG 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 Aqua Chintz in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aqua Chintz from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Chintz are Polar Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Prelude by Behr (a near-identical match), Cay by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aqua Chintz'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 Aqua Chintz?
Aqua Chintz has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.2, 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 Aqua Chintz's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.