Kingston Aqua 1150-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8FBCC4, 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.
Ref. #8FBCC4 · 1150-4
Kingston Aqua
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Kingston Aqua Technical Profile
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Kingston Aqua in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kingston Aqua in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKingston Aqua
Nearly identical
BehrCosmic Blue
Cosmic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Chesapeake Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Trisha’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dripping Springs
Kilz
Very similar
Fresh Basin
Valspar
Very similar
Rockets
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ebbtide
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
More Water Please
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kingston Aqua
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Kingston Aqua.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kingston Aqua in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kingston Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingston Aqua are Cosmic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Chesapeake Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Peacock Feathers by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Kingston Aqua's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.