Ref. #17B5B5 · MQ4-21
Caicos Turquoise
37%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caicos Turquoise Technical Profile
What color is Caicos Turquoise? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #17B5B5. Colors similar to Caicos Turquoise include Vista Paint Cyan Sky, Vista Paint Cool Turquoise, Hirshfield's Cyan Sky. Caicos Turquoise has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Caicos Turquoise depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Caicos Turquoise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caicos Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caicos Turquoise
#17B5B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4480BB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caicos Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caicos Turquoise 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Caicos Turquoise.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caicos Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caicos Turquoise have?
Caicos Turquoise by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Caicos Turquoise from other brands?
The closest matches are Cyan Sky by Vista Paint (#00B5B6), Cool Turquoise by Vista Paint (#06B8B9), Cyan Sky by Hirshfield's (#00B5B8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caicos Turquoise?
Caicos Turquoise has an LRV of 36.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caicos Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.