Aquatic Edge 5003-5A is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C5DAD6, estimated 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.
Valspar · #C5DAD6 · 5003-5A
Aquatic Edge
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Aquatic Edge Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5DAD6
RGB197, 218, 214
Estimated LRV66.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygreen
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Aquatic Edge
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#C3D7D3
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#C5D7D2
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#C7DFDB
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#CADFDD
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Colors That Work With Aquatic Edge
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Aquatic Edge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquatic Edge are Tidewater by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Zero Gravity by Behr (a close digital match), Whipped Mint by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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