Ref. #71B8A8 · MP29439
Tropic Turquoise
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tropic Turquoise Technical Profile
What color is Tropic Turquoise? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #71B8A8. Colors similar to Tropic Turquoise include Benjamin Moore Kokopelli Teal, Dunn-Edwards Turtle Lake, Sherwin-Williams Larchmere. Tropic Turquoise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Tropic Turquoise depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Tropic Turquoise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropic Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropic Turquoise
#71B8A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A2AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropic Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropic Turquoise 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 Tropic Turquoise.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropic Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropic Turquoise have?
Tropic Turquoise by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Tropic Turquoise from other brands?
The closest matches are Kokopelli Teal by Benjamin Moore (#6BB8A8), Turtle Lake by Dunn-Edwards (#73B7A5), Larchmere by Sherwin-Williams (#70BAA7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tropic Turquoise?
Tropic Turquoise has an LRV of 40.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Tropic Turquoise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.