Tropical Splash 540D-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #59C3CD, estimated 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.
Behr · #59C3CD · 540D-5
Tropical Splash
31%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Splash Technical Profile
HEX Code#59C3CD
RGB89, 195, 205
Estimated LRV31.0
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 Splash
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tropical Splash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Splash are Robins Egg by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Rapids by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Tropical Splash's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.