Sophisticated Teal
There is more to Behr Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. A blue undertone may emerge most clearly where the paint meets a cleaner white, stone surface or contrasting textile. 14 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
Hex
#537175LRV
14.14
Sophisticated Teal in Rooms
Follow Sophisticated Teal from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 14 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Bedroom Photos
Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) moves through 2 bedroom images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Bedroom walls in Sophisticated Teal establish a calm, restful retreat.
@realestateinreallife
Walls painted in Sophisticated Teal create a sophisticated backdrop for bedroom furnishings.
@realestateinreallife
2 Living Room Photos
These 2 living room images show how Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) can sit beside upholstery, timber, art and metal accents. Its blue undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Living room walls dressed in Sophisticated Teal provide elegant color and depth.
@restoring502
The living room takes on refined character with Sophisticated Teal walls.
@sgardnerstyle
8 Misc Photos
Across 8 misc images, Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) meets the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Children's room walls in Sophisticated Teal balance playfulness with peaceful sophistication.
@megmustmake
1 Home Office Photo
1 home office image place Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) in a focused room balancing work, concentration and comfort. With an LRV of 14.1, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Home office walls in Sophisticated Teal foster focus and creative thinking.
@dayinthelifeofgina
1 Dining Room Photo
These 1 dining room image show how Sophisticated Teal (HDC-CL-22) can sit beside timber, table linen, glass and artwork. Its blue undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Dining room walls in Sophisticated Teal create an elegant entertaining environment.
@hayleyacatt
Similar Colors
Polaris Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 23 vs 14), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Rainy Season reflects far more light (LRV 31 vs 14), opening up a space where Sophisticated Teal encloses it.
Tower Bridge reflects far more light (LRV 30 vs 14), opening up a space where Sophisticated Teal encloses it.
Sophisticated Teal reads slightly lighter (LRV 14 vs 7), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Sophisticated Teal reads slightly lighter (LRV 14 vs 11), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Behr HDC-CL-22 Sophisticated Teal is a rich and elegant hue that adds a touch of sophistication to any room. This deep, calming shade pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like HDC-NT-02 White Mocha and HDC-AC-20 Pineapple Delight for a modern and inviting look. Incorporate accents in HDC-CL-18 Harbor Gray or HDC-AC-24 Champagne Mist to enhance the luxurious feel of Sophisticated Teal. Whether used as a statement wall color or throughout a space, this versatile shade brings a sense of refined style to interior design schemes. 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