Caribbean Teal 90GG 39/272 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5FB3B8, LRV 38 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harbor Side Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5FB3B8 · 90GG 39/272
Caribbean Teal
38%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Teal Technical Profile
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Caribbean Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caribbean Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCaribbean Teal
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHarbor Side Blue
Harbor Side Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Brookside
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Well Water
Valspar
Very similar
Castaway
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wet Surfboard
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Azul Turquesa
Behr
Very similar
Vivid Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caribbean Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Teal
#5FB3B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8196B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Teal 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 Teal.
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 Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Teal have?
Caribbean Teal by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Caribbean Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caribbean Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caribbean Teal are Harbor Side Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Brookside by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Peacock Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Caribbean Teal'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 Teal?
Caribbean Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.1, 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.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caribbean Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.