Green Turquoise

Technical Profile

What color is Green Turquoise? It's a medium warm green with the hex code #A6A290. Colors similar to Green Turquoise include Colorhouse Nourish .03, Colorhouse Stone .05, PPG Aldabra. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Green Turquoise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Green Turquoise (#A6A290) by Valspar is a medium green paint color with a gentle, subdued character. It delivers a versatile mid-tone depth that anchors a room without overwhelming it. On the temperature spectrum this shade leans toward warmth, adding coziness and inviting energy. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. A Light Reflectance Value of 36 gives it moderate light reflection, striking a balance between brightness and depth. This mid-tone green adds grounding, nature-inspired energy to home offices, living rooms, and open-plan kitchens. A satin or eggshell finish brings out the richness at this depth, and the slight sheen makes walls easier to maintain. For color coordination, Green Turquoise pairs beautifully with blue tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring green and orange hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its neutral undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Valspar is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Colorhouse, PPG, Behr and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Green Turquoise strikes a cozy, amber-toned balance that feels like late-afternoon light filtering through linen curtains. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for organic modern, biophilic, and mid-century aesthetics. As part of the Valspar palette, Green Turquoise benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. As with any paint color, Green Turquoise can shift noticeably between natural daylight, warm incandescent, and cool LED lighting — testing a sample swatch on your wall under different conditions is always recommended. Mid-tone shades like this look best when balanced with a mix of textures — think leather seating, brushed brass hardware, woven wool, and raw-edge wood. You can order Green Turquoise (8004-26D) directly from Valspar or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.