Blue Turquoise 5006-10C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #008A87, LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gulf Shores from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #008A87 · 5006-10C
Blue Turquoise
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Turquoise Technical Profile
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Blue Turquoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Turquoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Turquoise
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGulf Shores
Gulf Shores
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caribbean Splash
Kilz
Nearly identical
Teal We Meet Again
PPG
Very similar
Taos Turquoise
Behr
Very similar
Blue Winged Teal
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Winged Teal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Go-Go Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Viridian
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Turquoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Turquoise are Gulf Shores by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Caribbean Splash by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tropical Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Turquoise'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 Blue Turquoise?
Blue Turquoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, 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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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 Blue Turquoise's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.