Tahitian Treat 1147-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #00686D, 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.
Ref. #00686D · 1147-7
Tahitian Treat
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tahitian Treat Technical Profile
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Tahitian Treat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tahitian Treat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTahitian Treat
Nearly identical
ValsparGypsy Teal
Gypsy Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Joyful Tears
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Simplified Teal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Turquoise Trinket
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Really Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peacock Tail
Behr
Very similar
Peacock Plume
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jade Garden
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Teal Treat
Kilz
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tahitian Treat
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Tahitian Treat.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tahitian Treat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tahitian Treat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tahitian Treat are Gypsy Teal by Valspar (a near-identical match), Joyful Tears by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Simplified Teal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tahitian Treat's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.