Ref. #265B5F · 2053-20
Dark Teal
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Teal Technical Profile
What color is Dark Teal? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #265B5F. Colors similar to Dark Teal include Vista Paint Turquoise Ocean, Valspar Classic Teal, MPC Colorado Spruce. Dark Teal has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Dark Teal creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Dark Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Teal
#265B5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#445974
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Dark Teal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Teal have?
Dark Teal by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Dark Teal from other brands?
The closest matches are Turquoise Ocean by Vista Paint (#245A61), Classic Teal by Valspar (#285B62), Colorado Spruce by MPC (#325E5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Teal?
Dark Teal has an LRV of 8.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.