Azure Tide 1231-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2B9890, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Reef Encounter from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2B9890 · 1231-6
Azure Tide
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Azure Tide Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Azure Tide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Azure Tide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAzure Tide
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsReef Encounter
Reef Encounter
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Plumage
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Hideaway
Valspar
Very similar
Soft Spruce
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Meringue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Adequate Aqua
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Meringue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Teal
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Azure Tide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Azure Tide
#2B9890
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5281A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Azure Tide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Azure Tide 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Azure Tide.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Azure Tide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Azure Tide have?
Azure Tide by PPG has a neutral 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 Azure Tide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Azure Tide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Azure Tide are Reef Encounter by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Plumage by Behr (a near-identical match), Tropical Hideaway by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Azure Tide'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 Azure Tide?
Azure Tide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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.
Explore More with Azure Tide
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 Azure Tide's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.