Teal Bayou 1147-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #57A1A0, LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oarsman Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #57A1A0 · 1147-5
Teal Bayou
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Teal Bayou Technical Profile
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Teal Bayou in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Teal Bayou in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTeal Bayou
Nearly identical
BehrOarsman Blue
Oarsman Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Peaceful Pond
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cold North
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Spa
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
Tidal Teal
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Montego Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Western Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Teal Bayou
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Teal Bayou
#57A1A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8096AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Teal Bayou
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Teal Bayou 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 Teal Bayou.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Teal Bayou — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Teal Bayou have?
Teal Bayou 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 Teal Bayou in your own space before committing.
What colors match Teal Bayou from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Teal Bayou are Oarsman Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Peaceful Pond by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cold North by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Teal Bayou'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 Teal Bayou?
Teal Bayou has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.1, 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 Teal Bayou's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.