Taos Turquoise HDC-FL13-12 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2B8C8B, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caribbean Splash from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2B8C8B · HDC-FL13-12
Taos Turquoise
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Taos Turquoise Technical Profile
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Taos Turquoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Taos Turquoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTaos Turquoise
Nearly identical
KilzCaribbean Splash
Caribbean Splash
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tropical Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Turquoise
Valspar
Very similar
Teal We Meet Again
PPG
Very similar
Deep Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Teal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Splashy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Atmosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Adequate Aqua
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Taos Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taos Turquoise
#2B8C8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#50769A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taos Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taos 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 Taos 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.
Taos Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taos Turquoise have?
Taos Turquoise by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Taos Turquoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Taos Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taos Turquoise are Caribbean Splash by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tropical Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue Turquoise by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Taos Turquoise's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Taos Turquoise?
Taos Turquoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Taos Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.