Teal, a mix between blue and green, is an incredibly versatile paint color. Want to add moodiness or depth to a small living room or powder bath? Teal is the way to go. Or do you want to add a soothing touch to a bedroom, an inviting kitchen, or foyer? Teal can provide a vibrant and unexpected splash of color.
If you love teal but are unsure which paint brands or particular tones to swatch, take a look at our 15 recommendations for teal paint colors below.
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Gentleman's Gray by Benjamin Moore
Kentucky designer Bethany Adams is a fan of bold color. For this cozy living room, she went with wall-to-wall Gentleman's Gray.
While the "Benjamin Moore color is often confused for navy blue, it is actually a very deep teal, which makes it really easy to pair with dynamic colors like orange or gold," Adams says.
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Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams
Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams is an all-time favorite color for Austin-based designer Laura Williams.
"It's moody, but in the right natural light can feel uplifting and bright," Williams says, like in this luxe dining room.
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Pewter Green by Sherwin-Williams
Designer Emily Henderson has designed of lot of blue kitchens, so when it came to painting her Portland home, she painted the uppers and lowers in a deep green with gray undertones. It's saturated, rich, modern, and keeps the space feeling sunny inside despite frequent rain.
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Galapagos Turquoise by Benjamin Moore
An abundance of color was a must in this home from Ashby Collective.
"They wanted spaces to show off their collections of not just fantastic art but also vintage finds and historical artifacts," says designer Christina Simon about the clients. "They love pattern and requested that every room be magical and ready for entertaining and hosting lots of guests."
Traditional millwork and moldings got a contemporary update with saturated, punchy colors in high-gloss sheens.
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Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams
A kitchen and living room makeover from the team at Velinda Hellen Design packs a punch with a teal built-in media center. While the kitchen is warm and inviting with cream cabinets and wood accents, the full-height storage center, painted in Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams—a teal with gray undertones—is a nice contrast.
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Blustery Sky by Sherwin-Williams
Looking for a deal that can change depending on the light? Blustery Sky by Sherwin-Williams may be a good choice.
"In the daylight, it gives a bright teal look and in the evening it leans gray," says Williams.
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Hidden Sapphire by Benjamin Moore
A glossy teal wet bar is the star of this Westport, Connecticut, dining room from designer Caroline Kopp. The owners loves blues and green, so Hidden Sapphire by Benjamin Moore was a great choice.
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Gibraltar Cliffs by Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore's cool gray-blue, Gibraltar Cliffs, sets the tone for a calming bedroom in this design from Chicagoa designer Sarah Montgomery. The color is picked up in a bolster and complemented by the artwork and side table, making the small bedroom feel cohesive and thoughtful.
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Riverway by Sherwin-Williams
Riverway, a cool blue with both gray and green undertones, is a timeless paint color for kitchen cabinets. Just ask designer Velinda Hellen, who used the hue in a kitchen project for chef clients who desired a space with Scandi, eclectic, colorful, and traditional influences.
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Newburg Green by Benjamin Moore
Newburg Green, a sophisticated teal, grounds this white and wood kitchen by designer Alicia Hassen. This classic Brooklyn brownstone has playful color and decor that have made it feel contemporary.
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Vining Ivy by Glidden
Vining Ivy, Glidden's 2023 Color of the Year, is the perfect blue-green. Pair it with organic materials, mixed metals, and neutral accent colors for a winning design.
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Harbor by Cliq Studios
Designer Velinda Hellen knows how to make the most of a small floor plan. Her 400-square-foot basement includes a 49-square-foot kitchenette that's big on storage and style. For this kitchen, she worked with cabinet company Cliq Studios and chose a light blue called Harbor to complement the zellige tile and gray countertops.
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Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball
Toronto-based designer Ashley Montgomery used an impressive 35 different paint colors for this project. The stately front door features Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball, which pairs with Jitney-painted baseboards, another Farrow & Ball color.
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Renew Blue by Valspar
Valspar's Renew Blue is the brand's pick for the 2024 Color of the Year, and for good reason. It goes with myriad other colors, is a nod to nature, and has a beautiful, crisp tone.
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Stiffkey Blue y Farrow & Ball
This calming dining room is brought to life with a wash of Stiffkey Blue by Farrow & Ball, a deep, inky navy blue. Warm wood accents, vintage pieces, and a circular white dining table balance the room.