Tahitian Treat 1147-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #00686D, estimated LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gypsy Teal from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #00686D · 1147-7
Tahitian Treat
11%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tahitian Treat Technical Profile
HEX Code#00686D
RGB0, 104, 109
Estimated LRV11.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Gypsy Teal
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#17686B
Close digital match
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#006669
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Simplified Teal
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#016C70
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#006668
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#016367
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#116969
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#206D71
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#01646D
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Colors That Work With Tahitian Treat
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tahitian Treat
#00686D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#204C80
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tahitian Treat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tahitian Treat 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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Tahitian Treat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tahitian Treat have?
Tahitian Treat by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Tahitian Treat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tahitian Treat are Gypsy Teal by Valspar (a close digital match), Joyful Tears by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Simplified Teal by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tahitian Treat'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 Tahitian Treat?
Tahitian Treat has a estimated lightness value of 11.0, 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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