Artesian Well 1231-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5EB2AA, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Picnic Haven from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5EB2AA · 1231-5
Artesian Well
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Artesian Well in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artesian Well in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGArtesian Well
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPicnic Haven
Picnic Haven
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Twilight Meadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Harbor
Behr
Very similar
Gulf Stream
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dragon Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rivulet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spearmint Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Aquatica
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artesian Well
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artesian Well
#5EB2AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839DAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artesian Well
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artesian Well 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 Artesian Well.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artesian Well — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artesian Well have?
Artesian Well by PPG has a neutral 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 Artesian Well in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artesian Well from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artesian Well are Picnic Haven by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Veranda Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Veranda Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Artesian Well'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 Artesian Well?
Artesian Well has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.1, 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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