Teal Wave ECC-65-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8B9EA1, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aqua Smoke from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B9EA1 · ECC-65-3
Teal Wave
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Teal Wave Technical Profile
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Teal Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Teal Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTeal Wave
Nearly identical
PPGAqua Smoke
Aqua Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Delft
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neutraled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cloudy Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Café Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Standish Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Teal Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Teal Wave
#8B9EA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Teal Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Teal Wave 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 Teal Wave.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Teal Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Teal Wave have?
Teal Wave by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Teal Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Teal Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Teal Wave are Aqua Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match), Delft by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Neutraled Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Teal Wave'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 Teal Wave?
Teal Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Teal Wave's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.