Emerald Pool 1146-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #155E60, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tsunami from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #155E60 · 1146-7
Emerald Pool
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Emerald Pool Technical Profile
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Emerald Pool in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Emerald Pool in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEmerald Pool
Nearly identical
BehrTsunami
Tsunami
Behr
Nearly identical
Toadstool Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Really Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oasis Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sea Depths
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Joyful Tears
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dance Teal Dawn
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Opal Green
RAL
Visible difference
Teal Treat
Kilz
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Emerald Pool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Emerald Pool
#155E60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#345274
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Emerald Pool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Emerald Pool 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 Emerald Pool.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Emerald Pool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Emerald Pool have?
Emerald Pool 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 Emerald Pool in your own space before committing.
What colors match Emerald Pool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Emerald Pool are Tsunami by Behr (a near-identical match), Toadstool Teal by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tropical Skies by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Emerald Pool'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 Emerald Pool?
Emerald Pool has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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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 Emerald Pool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.