Aqua Ocean 5005-10A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6FC5C5, LRV 47 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mariner from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6FC5C5 · 5005-10A
Aqua Ocean
47%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aqua Ocean Technical Profile
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Aqua Ocean in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aqua Ocean in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAqua Ocean
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMariner
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Burbank Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Snowboard
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Splash
PPG
Nearly identical
Oceanside Paradise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Watertown
Kilz
Very similar
Greek Siren
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Port Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Turkish Teal
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aqua Ocean
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aqua Ocean
#6FC5C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F99B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aqua Ocean
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aqua Ocean 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Aqua Ocean.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aqua Ocean — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aqua Ocean have?
Aqua Ocean by Valspar 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 Aqua Ocean in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aqua Ocean from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aqua Ocean are Mariner by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Burbank Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Snowboard by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aqua Ocean'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 Aqua Ocean?
Aqua Ocean has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Aqua Ocean's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.