Tropical Splash 1233-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #70CBCE, LRV 51 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oceanside Paradise from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70CBCE · 1233-5
Tropical Splash
51%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Splash Technical Profile
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Tropical Splash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Splash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTropical Splash
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOceanside Paradise
Oceanside Paradise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Snowboard
Behr
Nearly identical
Aqua Ocean
Valspar
Nearly identical
Unteal We Meet Again
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Classic Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Andes Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Robins Egg
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Port Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Splash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Splash
#70CBCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B97B7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Splash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Splash 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 Tropical Splash.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Splash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Splash have?
Tropical Splash 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 Tropical Splash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Splash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Splash are Oceanside Paradise by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Snowboard by Behr (a near-identical match), Aqua Ocean by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Splash'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 Tropical Splash?
Tropical Splash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Tropical Splash's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.