Mallard Trek Turquoise 30BG 10/111 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #425D65, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Observatory from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #425D65 · 30BG 10/111
Mallard Trek Turquoise
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mallard Trek Turquoise Technical Profile
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Mallard Trek Turquoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mallard Trek Turquoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMallard Trek Turquoise
Nearly identical
BehrObservatory
Observatory
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Tapestry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tempe Star
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stormed Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Very similar
Volute
Hirshfield's
Very similar
New Providence Navy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hobgoblin
Valspar
Very similar
Volute
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mallard Trek Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mallard Trek Turquoise
#425D65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#576383
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mallard Trek Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mallard Trek Turquoise 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 Mallard Trek Turquoise.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mallard Trek Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mallard Trek Turquoise have?
Mallard Trek Turquoise 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 Mallard Trek Turquoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mallard Trek Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mallard Trek Turquoise are Observatory by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Tapestry by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tempe Star by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mallard Trek Turquoise'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 Mallard Trek Turquoise?
Mallard Trek Turquoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mallard Trek Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.