Dusty Aqua → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for PPG Dusty Aqua (PPG1135-4), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Dusty Aqua
If you love PPG Dusty Aqua but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dusty Aqua (PPG1135-4) is a medium blue with muted aqua undertones. A muted, sophisticated aqua-teal. More gray and refined than a true aqua. PPG's take on the blue-green trend, dialed down for a grown-up interior. Calming without being juvenile. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dusty Aqua and every Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Wythe Blue (HC-143) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Wythe Blue is greener. Dusty Aqua is bluer. Similar muted quality. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Dusty Aqua
Wythe Blue is greener. Dusty Aqua is bluer. Similar muted quality.
| Dusty Aqua | Wythe Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42 | 48.37 |
| Hex | #B5C5C2 | #B9CBC6 |
| Undertone | Muted Aqua | Soft Teal-Blue |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Dusty Aqua has muted aqua undertones. A muted, sophisticated aqua-teal. More gray and refined than a true aqua. PPG's take on the blue-green trend, dialed down for a grown-up interior. Calming without being juvenile.
Wythe Blue has soft teal-blue undertones. A muted teal-blue with gray undertones. More colorful than Sea Salt, less bright than a true teal. Named for colonial Williamsburg history.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Dusty Aqua in Your Room
In bright light, the blue-green character is visible and beautiful. In dim rooms, the gray takes over, giving it a sophisticated muted quality. Under warm light, the blue softens.
Wythe Blue in Your Room
The teal quality is most visible in bright natural light. In dim rooms, it reads as a sophisticated gray-blue. Beautiful and historical.
LRV and Brightness
Dusty Aqua has an LRV of 42, while Wythe Blue has an LRV of 48.37. That means Wythe Blue reflects more light. If you switch from Dusty Aqua to Wythe Blue, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Dusty Aqua
PPG recommends Dusty Aqua for: bathroom, bedroom, living room, nursery, office. With an LRV of 42, this is a medium 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.
Wythe Blue is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, dining room, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Dusty Aqua (PPG1135-4) is Wythe Blue (HC-143) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Wythe Blue is greener. Dusty Aqua is bluer. Similar muted quality. 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. Dusty Aqua is a PPG color with muted aqua undertones and an LRV of 42. Wythe Blue is a Benjamin Moore color with soft teal-blue undertones and an LRV of 48.37. With a Delta E of 4.4, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. 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 4.4, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.