Tropical Lagoon RF270-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #1A7B7C, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jade Jewel from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1A7B7C · RF270-02
Tropical Lagoon
16%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 →
KilzTropical Lagoon
Nearly identical
PPGJade Jewel
Jade Jewel
PPG
Nearly identical
Largo Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Navajo Turquoise
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
50'S Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Maxi Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Essential Teal
Behr
Very similar
Stained Glass
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Winged Teal
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Winged Teal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Mint Turquoise
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
#1A7B7C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3D648C
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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz 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 Kilz 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 Jade Jewel by PPG (a near-identical match), Seawall by PPG (a near-identical match), Largo Teal by Benjamin Moore (a very close 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 15.8, 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 Tropical Lagoon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.