Kingston Aqua 1150-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8FBCC4, estimated LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cosmic Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8FBCC4 · 1150-4
Kingston Aqua
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Kingston Aqua Technical Profile
HEX Code#8FBCC4
RGB143, 188, 196
Estimated LRV45.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#8FBFCA
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Colors That Work With Kingston Aqua
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kingston Aqua
#8FBCC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kingston Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kingston Aqua 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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Kingston Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kingston Aqua have?
Kingston Aqua by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Kingston Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingston Aqua are Cosmic Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Chesapeake Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Peacock Feathers by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Kingston Aqua'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 Kingston Aqua?
Kingston Aqua has a estimated lightness value of 45.8, 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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