Ref. #008A87 · 5006-10C
Blue Turquoise
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Turquoise Technical Profile
What color is Blue Turquoise? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #008A87. Colors similar to Blue Turquoise include Benjamin Moore Gulf Shores, Kilz Caribbean Splash, Benjamin Moore Tropical Teal. Blue Turquoise has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Blue Turquoise creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Blue Turquoise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Turquoise
#008A87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#266197
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Turquoise 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Blue Turquoise.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Turquoise have?
Blue Turquoise by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Turquoise from other brands?
The closest matches are Gulf Shores by Benjamin Moore (#018D88), Caribbean Splash by Kilz (#108D8C), Tropical Teal by Benjamin Moore (#018A8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Turquoise?
Blue Turquoise has an LRV of 19.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.