Sea of Turquoise 90GG 37/212 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #70AEB2, LRV 37 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Waterscape from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70AEB2 · 90GG 37/212
Sea of Turquoise
37%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sea of Turquoise Technical Profile
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Sea of Turquoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sea of Turquoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSea of Turquoise
Nearly identical
BehrWaterscape
Waterscape
Behr
Nearly identical
Water Oasis
Kilz
Nearly identical
Reflecting Pool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peacock Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Well Water
Valspar
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Turquoise Trick
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wet Surfboard
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Castaway
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sea of Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sea of Turquoise
#70AEB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8597AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sea of Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sea of 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 Sea of 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.
Sea of Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sea of Turquoise have?
Sea of 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 Sea of Turquoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sea of Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sea of Turquoise are Waterscape by Behr (a near-identical match), Water Oasis by Kilz (a near-identical match), Reflecting Pool by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sea of 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 Sea of Turquoise?
Sea of Turquoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.9, 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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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 Sea of Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.