Tidal Teal 5006-8B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #519CA0, LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Spa from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #519CA0 · 5006-8B
Tidal Teal
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tidal Teal Technical Profile
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Tidal Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tidal Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTidal Teal
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Spa
Blue Spa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bali Bliss
Behr
Nearly identical
Cold North
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
Cold North
Vista Paint
Very similar
Teal Bayou
PPG
Very similar
Cloudburst
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gulf Coast Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Deep Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tidal Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tidal Teal
#519CA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C90A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tidal Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tidal 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 Tidal 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.
Tidal Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tidal Teal have?
Tidal 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 Tidal Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tidal Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tidal Teal are Blue Spa by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bali Bliss by Behr (a near-identical match), Bali Bliss by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tidal 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 Tidal Teal?
Tidal Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Tidal Teal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.