Tempo Teal 6947 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #018C94 and LRV 21. Its closest cross-brand match is Aqua Marine from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #018C94 · 6947
Tempo Teal
21%LRV Value
Tempo Teal Technical Profile
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Tempo Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tempo Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTempo Teal
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAqua Marine
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peacock Plume
Kilz
Nearly identical
Deep Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sailing Ship Teal
PPG
Very similar
Blue Slushie
Behr
Very similar
Tropical Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
The Big Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bay Teal
Valspar
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Very similar
Atmosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempo Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempo Teal
#018C94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#295E9F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempo Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempo 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Tempo 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.
Tempo Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Tempo Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempo Teal are Aqua Marine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Peacock Plume by Kilz (a near-identical match), Deep Lagoon by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Tempo 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 Tempo Teal?
Tempo Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Tempo Teal depends on the room. Here's how to choose.