Polaris 10-04 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0AEAD, LRV 41 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Waterby from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0AEAD · 10-04
Polaris
41%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Polaris Technical Profile
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Polaris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polaris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPolaris
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWaterby
Waterby
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kentucky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Breezy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dream Weaver
Valspar
Nearly identical
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Portsmouth Bay
Behr
Very similar
Explore the Shore
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mission Bay Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sage Pond
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polaris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polaris
#A0AEAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polaris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polaris 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 Polaris.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polaris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polaris have?
Polaris by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polaris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polaris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polaris are Waterby by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Kentucky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mount Saint Anne by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polaris'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 Polaris?
Polaris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polaris's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.