Ref. #149389 · 5007-10C
Tropical Hideaway
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tropical Hideaway Technical Profile
What color is Tropical Hideaway? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #149389. Colors similar to Tropical Hideaway include Behr Beach Towel, Behr The Real Teal, PPG Torrid Turquoise. Tropical Hideaway has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Tropical Hideaway creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Tropical Hideaway
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Hideaway
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Hideaway
#149389
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3B759F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Hideaway
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Hideaway 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 Tropical Hideaway.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Hideaway — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Hideaway have?
Tropical Hideaway by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Tropical Hideaway from other brands?
The closest matches are Beach Towel by Behr (#1D9186), The Real Teal by Behr (#1D9186), Torrid Turquoise by PPG (#00938B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tropical Hideaway?
Tropical Hideaway has an LRV of 22.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Tropical Hideaway's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.