Classic Teal 5011-8 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #285B62, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Turquoise Ocean from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #285B62 · 5011-8
Classic Teal
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Classic Teal Technical Profile
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Classic Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparClassic Teal
Nearly identical
Vista PaintTurquoise Ocean
Turquoise Ocean
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Out to Sea
Behr
Nearly identical
Dance Teal Dawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Emerald
PPG
Very similar
Petrol Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Visible difference
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Teal
#285B62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#475976
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Classic 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.
Classic Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Teal have?
Classic Teal 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 Classic Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Teal are Turquoise Ocean by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Out to Sea by Behr (a near-identical match), Terrace Teal by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic 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 Classic Teal?
Classic Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.8, 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 Classic Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.