Caribbean Sea 56BG 23/355 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #0089B2, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Luxury from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #0089B2 · 56BG 23/355
Caribbean Sea
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#0089B2
RGB0, 137, 178
Estimated LRV21.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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#1A85AC
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#0089AD
Close digital match
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#008EB8
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Colors That Work With Caribbean Sea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Sea
#0089B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2E53B7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Sea 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
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Caribbean Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Sea have?
Caribbean Sea by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Caribbean Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caribbean Sea are Blue Luxury by Behr (a close digital match), Age of Aquarius by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Old Port by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Caribbean Sea'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 Caribbean Sea?
Caribbean Sea has a estimated lightness value of 21.1, 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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