Catalina 1142-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #72A49F, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Pond from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #72A49F · 1142-5
Catalina
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Catalina Technical Profile
HEX Code#72A49F
RGB114, 164, 159
Estimated LRV32.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Catalina
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Garden Pond
Kilz
#75A5A2
Close digital match
Antiqued Aqua
Benjamin Moore
#76A09B
Close digital match
Folk Song
Behr
#65A19F
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Spa Pool
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#6DA1A3
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#7B9E98
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Composed
Sherwin-Williams
#7EA298
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Dunn-Edwards
#61A9A5
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Stemmed Green
Dutch Boy
#7EA298
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Peaceful Pond
Vista Paint
#5B9E9B
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Pastel Blue
RAL
#5D9B9B
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Farrow & Ball
#99B0AB
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Catalina
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Catalina
#72A49F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Catalina
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Catalina 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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Catalina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catalina have?
Catalina by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Catalina from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Catalina are Garden Pond by Kilz (a close digital match), Antiqued Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Folk Song by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Catalina'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 Catalina?
Catalina has a estimated lightness value of 32.6, 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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