Tropical Surf 30BG 72/069 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0E0E5, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Waterfall from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D0E0E5 · 30BG 72/069
Tropical Surf
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tropical Surf Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0E0E5
RGB208, 224, 229
Estimated LRV72.4
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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#CBDCE2
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Iceberg
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#D6E4E7
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Colors That Work With Tropical Surf
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Surf
#D0E0E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Surf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Surf 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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Tropical Surf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Surf have?
Tropical Surf 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 Tropical Surf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Surf are Waterfall by Behr (a close digital match), Cashmere Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Polar Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tropical Surf'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 Surf?
Tropical Surf has a estimated lightness value of 72.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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