Thai Teal 53GG 50/360 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #56C9BC, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Explorer Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #56C9BC · 53GG 50/360
Thai Teal
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Thai Teal Technical Profile
HEX Code#56C9BC
RGB86, 201, 188
Estimated LRV47.4
UndertoneNeutral
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 →
Explorer Blue
Behr
#55CAC0
Close digital match
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#5FC8C0
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#50C3B2
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#70BAA7
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Thai Teal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thai Teal
#56C9BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79A0B9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thai Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thai 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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Thai Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thai Teal have?
Thai Teal by PPG has a neutral 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 Thai Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thai Teal are Explorer Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Turquoise by Behr (a close digital match), Bayside by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Thai Teal'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 Thai Teal?
Thai Teal has a estimated lightness value of 47.4, 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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