Venus Teal PPU13-8 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #85A4A2, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Boca Raton Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #85A4A2 · PPU13-8
Venus Teal
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Venus Teal Technical Profile
HEX Code#85A4A2
RGB133, 164, 162
Estimated LRV34.1
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Venus Teal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Venus Teal
#85A4A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859CAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Venus Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Venus Teal 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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Venus Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Venus Teal have?
Venus Teal by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Venus Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Venus Teal are Boca Raton Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Weathered Teal by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Williamsburg Wythe Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Venus Teal'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 Venus Teal?
Venus Teal has a estimated lightness value of 34.1, 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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