Tropical Splash 540D-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #59C3CD, LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Robins Egg from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #59C3CD · 540D-5
Tropical Splash
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Splash Technical Profile
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Tropical Splash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Splash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTropical Splash
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyRobins Egg
Robins Egg
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rapids
Valspar
Nearly identical
Enchanted Evening
Vista Paint
Very similar
Faded Jeans
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Enchanted Evening
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Burbank Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Timberlake Teal
PPG
Very similar
Watertown
Kilz
Very similar
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Splash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Splash
#59C3CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7893BA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Splash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Splash 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 Tropical Splash.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Splash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Splash have?
Tropical Splash 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 Tropical Splash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Splash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Splash are Robins Egg by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Rapids by Valspar (a near-identical match), Emilee'S Smile by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Tropical Splash'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 Splash?
Tropical Splash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.0, 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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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 Tropical Splash's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.