Aquatic Edge 5003-5A is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C5DAD6, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tidewater from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5DAD6 · 5003-5A
Aquatic Edge
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aquatic Edge Technical Profile
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Aquatic Edge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aquatic Edge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAquatic Edge
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTidewater
Tidewater
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zero Gravity
Behr
Nearly identical
Highest Mountain Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Wool .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Iced Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Iced Teal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silver Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tinted Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lickety Split
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Baby Blanket
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aquatic Edge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquatic Edge
#C5DAD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A1AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquatic Edge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquatic Edge 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 Aquatic Edge.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aquatic Edge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquatic Edge have?
Aquatic Edge by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aquatic Edge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aquatic Edge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquatic Edge are Tidewater by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Zero Gravity by Behr (a near-identical match), Whipped Mint by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aquatic Edge'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 Aquatic Edge?
Aquatic Edge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.9, 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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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 Aquatic Edge's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.