Tropical Lagoon 132-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #19AEB9, LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Aqua from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #19AEB9 · 132-6DB
Tropical Lagoon
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Lagoon Technical Profile
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Tropical Lagoon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Lagoon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyTropical Lagoon
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCool Aqua
Cool Aqua
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Calypso
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aruba Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Exotic Sea
Valspar
Very similar
Seawall
Kilz
Very similar
Marine Blue
PPG
Very similar
Brookside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cyan Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Montego Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Lagoon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Lagoon
#19AEB9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4A7BBB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Lagoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Lagoon 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 Tropical Lagoon.
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 Lagoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Lagoon have?
Tropical Lagoon 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 Tropical Lagoon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Lagoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Lagoon are Cool Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Calypso by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aruba Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Lagoon'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 Lagoon?
Tropical Lagoon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Tropical Lagoon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.