Ref. #10605A · 1142-7
Empress Teal
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Empress Teal Technical Profile
What color is Empress Teal? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #10605A. Colors similar to Empress Teal include Vista Paint Enchanted Evergreen, MPC Aquarious Green, Benjamin Moore Marine Aqua. Empress Teal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Empress Teal creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Empress Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Empress Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Empress Teal
#10605A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2F5774
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Empress Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Empress 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 Empress 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.
Empress Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Empress Teal have?
Empress Teal by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Empress Teal from other brands?
The closest matches are Enchanted Evergreen by Vista Paint (#006059), Aquarious Green by MPC (#1E615B), Marine Aqua by Benjamin Moore (#0B5B53). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Empress Teal?
Empress Teal has an LRV of 9.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Empress Teal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.