Ref. #2A5962 · MP741
River Teal Blue
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
River Teal Blue Technical Profile
What color is River Teal Blue? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #2A5962. Colors similar to River Teal Blue include Behr Petro Blue, Benjamin Moore Galpagos Turquoise, Valspar Classic Teal. River Teal Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, River Teal Blue 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 River Teal Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Petro Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Galpagos Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Classic Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Deep Emerald
PPG
Nearly identical
Turquoise Ocean
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
After the Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Teal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Teal Blue
#2A5962
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#495876
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for River Teal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River Teal Blue 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to River Teal Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
River Teal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Teal Blue have?
River Teal Blue by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match River Teal Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Petro Blue by Behr (#2C5861), Galpagos Turquoise by Benjamin Moore (#205864), Classic Teal by Valspar (#285B62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of River Teal Blue?
River Teal Blue has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 River Teal Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.