Catalina 1142-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #72A49F, 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.
Ref. #72A49F · 1142-5
Catalina
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Catalina Technical Profile
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Catalina in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Catalina in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCatalina
Nearly identical
KilzGarden Pond
Garden Pond
Kilz
Nearly identical
Antiqued Aqua
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Folk Song
Behr
Very similar
Spa Pool
Valspar
Very similar
Viscaya
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Composed
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Veranda
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stemmed Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peaceful Pond
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Catalina
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Catalina.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Catalina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catalina have?
Catalina 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 Catalina in your own space before committing.
What colors match Catalina from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Catalina are Garden Pond by Kilz (a near-identical match), Antiqued Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Catalina's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.