Simplified Teal 233-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #016C70, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tahitian Treat from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #016C70 · 233-7DB
Simplified Teal
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Simplified Teal Technical Profile
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Simplified Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simplified Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySimplified Teal
Nearly identical
PPGTahitian Treat
Tahitian Treat
PPG
Nearly identical
Peacock Plume
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gypsy Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peacock Tail
Behr
Very similar
Joyful Tears
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Turquoise Trinket
Vista Paint
Very similar
North Sea Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Maxi Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Teal Treat
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simplified Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simplified Teal
#016C70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#224F82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simplified Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simplified 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Simplified 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.
Simplified Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simplified Teal have?
Simplified Teal by Dutch Boy 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 Simplified Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simplified Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simplified Teal are Tahitian Treat by PPG (a near-identical match), Peacock Plume by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gypsy Teal by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simplified 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 Simplified Teal?
Simplified Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Simplified Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.