Aqua Smoke 1034-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8C9FA0, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delft from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C9FA0 · 1034-5
Aqua Smoke
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aqua Smoke Technical Profile
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Aqua Smoke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aqua Smoke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAqua Smoke
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDelft
Delft
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neutraled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cool Ashes
Behr
Nearly identical
Sea Star
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Café Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
North Beach Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
June Gloom
Kilz
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Smoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Smoke
#8C9FA0
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 Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Smoke 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 Smoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Smoke have?
Aqua Smoke by PPG 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 Aqua Smoke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aqua Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Smoke are Delft by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Neutraled Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cool Ashes by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aqua Smoke'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 Smoke?
Aqua Smoke has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, 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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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 Aqua Smoke's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.