Tropical Sea HDC-MD-22 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #00A69A, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is So Jaded from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #00A69A · HDC-MD-22
Tropical Sea
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tropical Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#00A69A
RGB0, 166, 154
Estimated LRV29.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Tropical Sea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Sea
#00A69A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2B76AE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Sea 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
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Tropical Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Sea have?
Tropical Sea by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tropical Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Sea are So Jaded by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Deep Teal by Kilz (a close digital match), Grecian Isle by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tropical Sea'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 Tropical Sea?
Tropical Sea has a estimated lightness value of 29.6, 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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