Caribbean Teal 90GG 39/272 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5FB3B8, estimated 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.
PPG · #5FB3B8 · 90GG 39/272
Caribbean Teal
38%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Teal Technical Profile
HEX Code#5FB3B8
RGB95, 179, 184
Estimated LRV38.1
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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Colors That Work With Caribbean Teal
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Caribbean Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caribbean Teal are Harbor Side Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Brookside by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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