Caribbean Cool 661 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #88D6D2, LRV 58 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Wave from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #88D6D2 · 661
Caribbean Cool
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Cool Technical Profile
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Caribbean Cool in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caribbean Cool in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCaribbean Cool
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Wave
Sea Wave
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tip Top Teal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Key Largo
Behr
Nearly identical
Island Oasis
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Turquoise Treat
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Isle Royale
PPG
Nearly identical
Miss Golightly
Kilz
Very similar
Andes Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bora Bora Shore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caribbean Cool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Cool
#88D6D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B9CB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Cool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Cool 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Caribbean Cool.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caribbean Cool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Cool have?
Caribbean Cool by Benjamin Moore 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 Caribbean Cool in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caribbean Cool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caribbean Cool are Sea Wave by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tip Top Teal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Key Largo by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caribbean Cool'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 Caribbean Cool?
Caribbean Cool has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caribbean Cool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.