Dark Teal
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Dark Teal (2053-20) is a standout Blue in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 11 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#255A5E
LRV
10.12
Dark Teal in Real Rooms
Dark Teal has a low LRV of 10.12 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, house, living room and misc.
4 Bathroom Photos
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Dark Teal provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Benjamin Moore Dark Teal bathroom interior
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal bathroom paint review
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal bathroom paint
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal bathroom color
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4 House Photos
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Dark Teal is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Benjamin Moore 2053-20 exterior paint
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal house exterior color review
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal house exterior color
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal house exterior paint
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2 Living Room Photos
For open-concept living rooms, Dark Teal is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Benjamin Moore Dark Teal living room interior
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Benjamin Moore Dark Teal living room paint
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1 Misc Photo
More spaces painted in Dark Teal, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Benjamin Moore Dark Teal painted cabinets color
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