Empress Teal 1142-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #10605A, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peppermint Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #10605A · 1142-7
Empress Teal
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Empress Teal Technical Profile
HEX Code#10605A
RGB16, 96, 90
Estimated LRV9.2
UndertoneNeutral
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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#10605B
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#0B5B53
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Colors That Work With Empress Teal
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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
Digital 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
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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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Empress Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Empress Teal have?
Empress Teal by PPG has a neutral 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 Empress Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Empress Teal are Peppermint Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Enchanted Evergreen by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Marine Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Empress 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 Empress Teal?
Empress Teal has a estimated lightness value of 9.2, 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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