Agua Fría 9053 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9FC5CC, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alluring Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #9FC5CC · 9053
Agua Fría
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Agua Fría Technical Profile
HEX Code#9FC5CC
RGB159, 197, 204
Estimated LRV51.7
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Agua Fría
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Agua Fría
#9FC5CC
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 Agua Fría
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Agua Fría 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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Agua Fría — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Agua Fría have?
Agua Fría by Sherwin-Williams 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 Agua Fría from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Agua Fría are Alluring Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Sea Sparkle by Valspar (a close digital match), Shaved Ice by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Agua Fría'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 Agua Fría?
Agua Fría has a estimated lightness value of 51.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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