Splash of Teal is a calming choice — works as both a whole-house neutral when lightened and a dramatic anchor when deepened to navy. At LRV 34 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it in low-light north-facing rooms unless you want a deliberately cool, cocooning effect, since blue can read chilly there.
Ref. #38ACC0 · 17BG 36/333
Splash of Teal
34%LRV Value
Splash of Teal Technical Profile
What color is PPG Splash of Teal (17BG 36/333)? It's a medium cool blue — hex #38ACC0, LRV 34. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Splash of Teal is Vista Paint Sarah’s Garden — a near-identical match on the wall, with Behr Riviera Paradise and Vista Paint Bountiful Blue also close. Its LRV of 34 gives Splash of Teal depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. 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. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Splash of Teal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sarah’s Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Riviera Paradise
Behr
Nearly identical
Baltimore Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Turquoise Waters
Dutch Boy
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The Crowd Roars!
Valspar
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Jamaica Bay
Sherwin-Williams
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Lobster
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Colors That Work With Splash of Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Splash of Teal
#38ACC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#738BB8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Splash of Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Splash of 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
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Splash of Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Splash of Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Splash of Teal are Sarah’s Garden by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Riviera Paradise by Behr (a near-identical match), Bountiful Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Splash of Teal's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Splash of Teal?
Splash of Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.2, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Splash of Teal depends on the room. Here's how to choose.