Tropical Waters S-G-500 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1D9676, estimated LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Swell from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #1D9676 · S-G-500
Tropical Waters
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tropical Waters Technical Profile
HEX Code#1D9676
RGB29, 150, 118
Estimated LRV15.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Tropical Waters
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Waters
#1D9676
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#448CA2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Waters 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 Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Waters have?
Tropical Waters by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Waters are Sea Swell by Valspar (a close digital match), Green Sea by Valspar (a close digital match), Kelp Forest Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tropical Waters'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 Waters?
Tropical Waters has a estimated lightness value of 15.0, 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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