Ref. #30525B · DEA182
Encore Teal
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Encore Teal Technical Profile
What color is Encore Teal? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #30525B. Colors similar to Encore Teal include Vista Paint Frozen Stream, Vista Paint Under the Sea, Hirshfield's Frozen Stream. Encore Teal has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Encore 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 Encore Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Encore Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Encore Teal
#30525B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C5772
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Encore Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Encore 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Encore 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.
Encore Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encore Teal have?
Encore Teal by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Encore Teal from other brands?
The closest matches are Frozen Stream by Vista Paint (#2E525A), Under the Sea by Vista Paint (#34545E), Frozen Stream by Hirshfield's (#30555D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Encore Teal?
Encore Teal has an LRV of 7.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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