Tranquil Bay 5004-5B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AEC5B6, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kind Green from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEC5B6 · 5004-5B
Tranquil Bay
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tranquil Bay Technical Profile
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Tranquil Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tranquil Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTranquil Bay
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsKind Green
Kind Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pine Whisper
PPG
Nearly identical
Bleached Cypress
Kilz
Nearly identical
Urban Putty
Behr
Nearly identical
Country Faire
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bridal Bouquet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cottage Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cottage Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rainsong
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tranquil Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tranquil Bay
#AEC5B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tranquil Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tranquil Bay 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 Tranquil Bay.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tranquil Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tranquil Bay have?
Tranquil Bay by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tranquil Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tranquil Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tranquil Bay are Kind Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pine Whisper by PPG (a near-identical match), Bleached Cypress by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tranquil Bay'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 Tranquil Bay?
Tranquil Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tranquil Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.