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Turquoise Powder
48%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Turquoise Powder Technical Profile
What color is Turquoise Powder? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #88C1D2. Colors similar to Turquoise Powder include Behr Cotton Denim, Dunn-Edwards Eastern Sky, Valspar Tidal Wave. Turquoise Powder has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Turquoise Powder depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Turquoise Powder
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Turquoise Powder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turquoise Powder
#88C1D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8CB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turquoise Powder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turquoise Powder 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 Turquoise Powder.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Turquoise Powder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turquoise Powder have?
Turquoise Powder by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Turquoise Powder from other brands?
The closest matches are Cotton Denim by Behr (#8EC3D5), Eastern Sky by Dunn-Edwards (#8FC1D2), Tidal Wave by Valspar (#8FC5D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Turquoise Powder?
Turquoise Powder has an LRV of 48.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Turquoise Powder's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.