Ref. #1D9186 · P470-7
The Real Teal
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
The Real Teal Technical Profile
What color is The Real Teal? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #1D9186. Colors similar to The Real Teal include Valspar Tropical Hideaway, Sherwin-Williams Nifty Turquoise, Vista Paint Time to Grow. The Real Teal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, The Real Teal creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 The Real Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Tropical Hideaway
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Time to Grow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Torrid Turquoise
PPG
Nearly identical
Phillips Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Neptune Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Reef Encounter
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aqua Riva
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With The Real Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
The Real Teal
#1D9186
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#44799D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for The Real Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
The Real Teal 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 The Real Teal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
The Real Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does The Real Teal have?
The Real Teal by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match The Real Teal from other brands?
The closest matches are Tropical Hideaway by Valspar (#149389), Nifty Turquoise by Sherwin-Williams (#019187), Time to Grow by Vista Paint (#2D8E84). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of The Real Teal?
The Real Teal has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 The Real Teal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.