Ref. #BBE9DE · C-691
Barely Aqua
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Barely Aqua Technical Profile
What color is Barely Aqua? It's a light cool green with the hex code #BBE9DE. Colors similar to Barely Aqua include Hirshfield's Barely Aqua, MPC Sedum Green, Benjamin Moore Summer Green. Barely Aqua has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Barely Aqua reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Barely Aqua
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Barely Aqua
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barely Aqua
#BBE9DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7AA8B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barely Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barely 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Barely Aqua.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Barely Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barely Aqua have?
Barely Aqua by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Barely Aqua from other brands?
The closest matches are Barely Aqua by Hirshfield's (#BAE9E0), Sedum Green by MPC (#B6E7DA), Summer Green by Benjamin Moore (#B9ECE2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Barely Aqua?
Barely Aqua has an LRV of 74.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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