Ref. #86C7BF · 17-31
Caribbean Crush
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Caribbean Crush Technical Profile
What color is Caribbean Crush? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #86C7BF. Colors similar to Caribbean Crush include Behr Crashing Waves, Sherwin-Williams Holiday Turquoise, Kilz Celadon Plate. Caribbean Crush has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Caribbean Crush sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Caribbean Crush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caribbean Crush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Crush
#86C7BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839FAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Crush 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 Caribbean Crush.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caribbean Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Crush have?
Caribbean Crush by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Caribbean Crush from other brands?
The closest matches are Crashing Waves by Behr (#81C7C0), Holiday Turquoise by Sherwin-Williams (#8AC6BD), Celadon Plate by Kilz (#8BC7C0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caribbean Crush?
Caribbean Crush has an LRV of 49.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caribbean Crush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.