Aqua Fiesta → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for PPG Aqua Fiesta (PPG1135-3), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Aqua Fiesta
If you love PPG Aqua Fiesta but need a Sherwin Williams 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 Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Aqua Fiesta (PPG1135-3) is a medium blue with soft aqua undertones. A soft, festive aqua-green. Lighter than Dusty Aqua, more blue-green than Misty Aqua. A cheerful, refreshing color. To find a good Sherwin Williams 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 Aqua Fiesta and every Sherwin Williams 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 Sherwin Williams option is Rainwashed (SW 6211) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Rainwashed is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Aqua Fiesta
Rainwashed is similar.
| Aqua Fiesta | Rainwashed | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 53 | 59 |
| Hex | #C0CFCC | #C8D3CF |
| Undertone | Soft Aqua | Soft Blue-Green |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
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.
Rainwashed has soft blue-green undertones. A soft blue-green gray. More blue than Sea Salt, more green than a true blue.
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
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.
Rainwashed in Your Room
Shifts between blue and green. Always calming and spa-like.
LRV and Brightness
Aqua Fiesta has an LRV of 53, while Rainwashed has an LRV of 59. That means Rainwashed reflects more light. If you switch from Aqua Fiesta to Rainwashed, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Aqua Fiesta
PPG recommends Aqua Fiesta for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, sunroom. 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.
Rainwashed is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, sunroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Rainwashed in the same rooms you planned for Aqua Fiesta.
Aqua Fiesta in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Aqua Fiesta (PPG1135-3) is Rainwashed (SW 6211) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Rainwashed is similar. 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. Aqua Fiesta is a PPG color with soft aqua undertones and an LRV of 53. Rainwashed is a Sherwin Williams color with soft blue-green undertones and an LRV of 59. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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 Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams 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.