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Behr Sophisticated Teal HDC-CL-22

Sophisticated Teal

Behr

HDC-CL-22

About Sophisticated Teal by Behr

Sophisticated Teal HDC-CL-22 by Behr is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 187° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 14.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #537175

RGB: 83, 113, 117

Hue187°

Saturation17%

Lightness39%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Sophisticated Teal from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sophisticated Teal looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sophisticated Teal HDC-CL-22 a warm or cool color?
Sophisticated Teal by Behr is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sophisticated Teal?
Sophisticated Teal sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 187°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sophisticated Teal?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 17%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 39%. Hue is close to 187°. The hex value is #537175. The RGB value is 83, 113, 117.
Is Sophisticated Teal better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sophisticated Teal has brightness around 15%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Sophisticated Teal?
You can match Sophisticated Teal with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Sophisticated Teal work best in a home?
Sophisticated Teal works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sophisticated Teal compare to a pure white paint?
Sophisticated Teal is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Sophisticated Teal in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Sophisticated Teal in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sophisticated Teal. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Sophisticated Teal. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.