Aqua Sky is a calming choice — works as both a whole-house neutral when lightened and a dramatic anchor when deepened to navy. At LRV 76 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Skip it in low-light north-facing rooms unless you want a deliberately cool, cocooning effect, since blue can read chilly there.
Ref. #BFEBE5 · 56GG 77/156
Aqua Sky
76%LRV Value
Aqua Sky Technical Profile
What color is PPG Aqua Sky (56GG 77/156)? It's a light cool blue — hex #BFEBE5, LRV 76. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Aqua Sky is Vista Paint Luxor Blue — a near-identical match on the wall, with Vista Paint Harington and Vista Paint Baby Aqua also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Aqua Sky reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Aqua Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Sky
#BFEBE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79A2B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Sky 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
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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 Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Aqua Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Sky are Luxor Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Harington by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Baby Aqua by Vista Paint (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Aqua Sky's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Aqua Sky?
Aqua Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 76.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Aqua Sky depends on the room. Here's how to choose.