Refreshing Pool → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Behr Refreshing Pool (PPU13-07), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Refreshing Pool
If you love Behr Refreshing Pool but need a PPG alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers PPG, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Refreshing Pool (PPU13-07) is a medium-dark blue with cool pool blue undertones. A cool, medium blue-gray with a refreshing aquatic quality. More saturated than Reflecting Pool, less dark than a navy. The color of a clean swimming pool in shade. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 35) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Refreshing Pool and every PPG color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest PPG option is Dusty Miller Alt 2 (PPG1133-4) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Refreshing Pool
Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Similar character.
| Refreshing Pool | Dusty Miller Alt 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 35 | 35 |
| Hex | #A3B6B8 | #ABB4A8 |
| Undertone | Cool Pool Blue | Soft Willow Green |
| Family | Blue | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Refreshing Pool has cool pool blue undertones. A cool, medium blue-gray with a refreshing aquatic quality. More saturated than Reflecting Pool, less dark than a navy. The color of a clean swimming pool in shade.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 has soft willow green undertones. A soft green named for the graceful willow tree. Between Olive Sprig and Dusty Miller in depth. Calming and organic.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Refreshing Pool's cool pool blue quality may read differently than Dusty Miller Alt 2's soft willow green character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Refreshing Pool in Your Room
The blue is definite and refreshing. In bright rooms, a soft medium blue. In dim rooms, a sophisticated gray-blue. Cool and clean.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 in Your Room
The green is soft and organic. In bright rooms, a gentle sage. In dim rooms, a warm green-gray.
LRV and Brightness
Refreshing Pool has an LRV of 35, while Dusty Miller Alt 2 has an LRV of 35. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Refreshing Pool
Behr recommends Refreshing Pool for: bathroom, bedroom, office, accent wall, living room. With an LRV of 35, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, exterior. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Dusty Miller Alt 2 in the same rooms you planned for Refreshing Pool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Refreshing Pool (PPU13-07) is Dusty Miller Alt 2 (PPG1133-4) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Similar character. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Refreshing Pool is a Behr color with cool pool blue undertones and an LRV of 35. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is a PPG color with soft willow green undertones and an LRV of 35. With a Delta E of 3.5, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.5, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.