Dark Teal 2053-20 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #265B5F, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terrace Teal from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #265B5F · 2053-20
Dark Teal
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Teal Technical Profile
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Dark Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Teal
Nearly identical
BehrTerrace Teal
Terrace Teal
Behr
Nearly identical
Turquoise Ocean
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dance Teal Dawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Classic Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Emerald Pool
PPG
Very similar
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Period
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Night Tides
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Visible difference
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Teal are Terrace Teal by Behr (a near-identical match), Out to Sea by Behr (a near-identical match), Turquoise Ocean by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark 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 Dark Teal?
Dark Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.7, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.