Tropical Teal 734 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #018A8B, LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caribbean Splash from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #018A8B · 734
Tropical Teal
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Teal Technical Profile
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Tropical Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical 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 MooreTropical Teal
Nearly identical
KilzCaribbean Splash
Caribbean Splash
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Turquoise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Taos Turquoise
Behr
Nearly identical
Teal We Meet Again
PPG
Very similar
Gulfstream
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Atmosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
The Big Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Teal
#018A8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#275F98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical 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 Tropical 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.
Tropical Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Teal have?
Tropical 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 Tropical Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Teal are Caribbean Splash by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blue Turquoise by Valspar (a near-identical match), Taos Turquoise by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical 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 Tropical Teal?
Tropical Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tropical Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.