Ref. #BCDBDB · 1147-3
Misty Aqua
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Misty Aqua Technical Profile
What color is Misty Aqua? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #BCDBDB. Colors similar to Misty Aqua include Benjamin Moore Bird's Egg, Benjamin Moore Dolphin's Cove, Vista Paint Aegean Accent. Misty Aqua has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Misty Aqua sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Misty Aqua
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misty Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misty Aqua
#BCDBDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misty Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misty 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 Misty 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.
Misty Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misty Aqua have?
Misty Aqua by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Misty Aqua from other brands?
The closest matches are Bird's Egg by Benjamin Moore (#BFDDDE), Dolphin's Cove by Benjamin Moore (#BDDEDE), Aegean Accent by Vista Paint (#BCDEDE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Misty Aqua?
Misty Aqua has an LRV of 66.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Misty Aqua's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.