Tropical Skies S-H-530 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #106161, estimated LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Depths from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #106161 · S-H-530
Tropical Skies
10%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Skies Technical Profile
HEX Code#106161
RGB16, 97, 97
Estimated LRV9.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Skies
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Skies
#106161
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2F5275
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Skies
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Skies 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 Skies — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Skies have?
Tropical Skies by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Skies from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Skies are Sea Depths by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Joyful Tears by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Emerald Pool by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tropical Skies'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 Skies?
Tropical Skies has a estimated lightness value of 9.5, 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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