Tantalizing Teal 6937 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #87DCCE, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is South Beach from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #87DCCE · 6937
Tantalizing Teal
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tantalizing Teal Technical Profile
HEX Code#87DCCE
RGB135, 220, 206
Estimated LRV60.8
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Tantalizing Teal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tantalizing Teal
#87DCCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77A4BB
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tantalizing Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tantalizing 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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Tantalizing Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tantalizing Teal have?
Tantalizing Teal by Sherwin-Williams 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 Tantalizing Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tantalizing Teal are South Beach by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Island Breeze by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Scuba Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tantalizing 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 Tantalizing Teal?
Tantalizing Teal has a estimated lightness value of 60.8, 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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