Ref. #AED9DA · 5006-7B
Crystal Aqua
64%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crystal Aqua Technical Profile
What color is Crystal Aqua? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #AED9DA. Colors similar to Crystal Aqua include MPC Cerulean, Hirshfield's Outerspace, Benjamin Moore China Blue. Crystal Aqua has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Crystal Aqua sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Crystal Aqua
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crystal Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Aqua
#AED9DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8298B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Aqua 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 Crystal Aqua.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crystal Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Aqua have?
Crystal Aqua by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Crystal Aqua from other brands?
The closest matches are Cerulean by MPC (#AED6D8), Outerspace by Hirshfield's (#B4DCDA), China Blue by Benjamin Moore (#B4DCDF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crystal Aqua?
Crystal Aqua has an LRV of 63.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crystal Aqua's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.