Blue Turquoise 5006-10C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #008A87, estimated 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.
Valspar · #008A87 · 5006-10C
Blue Turquoise
20%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Turquoise Technical Profile
HEX Code#008A87
RGB0, 138, 135
Estimated LRV19.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Blue Turquoise
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Gulf Shores
Benjamin Moore
#018D88
Close digital match
Caribbean Splash
Kilz
#108D8C
Close digital match
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PPG
#00908D
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Taos Turquoise
Behr
#2B8C8B
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#00827C
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Vista Paint
#00827C
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Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
#019187
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#18887C
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#008A7D
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Visible digital difference
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#3F888F
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#427E83
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Blue Turquoise
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Turquoise are Gulf Shores by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Caribbean Splash by Kilz (a close digital match), Tropical Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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