Thai Teal 53GG 50/360 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #56C9BC, 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.
Ref. #56C9BC · 53GG 50/360
Thai Teal
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thai Teal Technical Profile
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Thai Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thai Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGThai Teal
Nearly identical
BehrExplorer Blue
Explorer Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Bayside
Valspar
Very similar
Alexandra Valley
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beach Toy
Kilz
Very similar
Miami Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Turkish Teal
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aquatica
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sweet Garden
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Larchmere
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thai Teal
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Thai Teal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Thai Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thai Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thai Teal are Explorer Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Turquoise by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Thai Teal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.