Reflection → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Reflection (SW 7661), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Reflection
If you love Sherwin Williams Reflection 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Reflection (SW 7661) is a medium blue with cool blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with a calm, serene quality. More blue than Passive, less saturated than Silvermist. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 53) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Reflection 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 good news: there is a strong PPG match for Reflection. Aqua Fiesta (PPG1135-3) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Aqua Fiesta is the closest PPG option at LRV 53. Very close match.
PPG Matches for Reflection
Aqua Fiesta is the closest PPG option at LRV 53. Very close match.
| Reflection | Aqua Fiesta | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 53 | 53 |
| Hex | #C4CDCF | #C0CFCC |
| Undertone | Cool Blue-Gray | Soft Aqua |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Reflection has cool blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with a calm, serene quality. More blue than Passive, less saturated than Silvermist.
Aqua Fiesta has soft aqua undertones. A soft, festive aqua-green. Lighter than Dusty Aqua, more blue-green than Misty Aqua. A cheerful, refreshing color.
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. Reflection's cool blue-gray quality may read differently than Aqua Fiesta's soft aqua 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
Reflection in Your Room
The blue is gentle. In bright rooms, distinctly blue-gray. In dim rooms, a cool neutral gray.
Aqua Fiesta in Your Room
The aqua is soft and cheerful. In bright rooms, the blue-green plays beautifully. In dim rooms, a cool, calming neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Reflection has an LRV of 53, while Aqua Fiesta has an LRV of 53. 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 Reflection
Sherwin Williams recommends Reflection for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, hallway, office. With an LRV of 53, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Aqua Fiesta is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, sunroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Aqua Fiesta in the same rooms you planned for Reflection.
Reflection in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Reflection (SW 7661) is Aqua Fiesta (PPG1135-3) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Aqua Fiesta is the closest PPG option at LRV 53. Very close match. 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. Reflection is a Sherwin Williams color with cool blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 53. Aqua Fiesta is a PPG color with soft aqua undertones and an LRV of 53. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
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.