Jetstream
What Jetstream Actually Looks Like
Jetstream is a light, airy blue with a clear teal lean. Think of a coastal sky reflected in shallow water. It reads fresh and clean without feeling sterile, largely because that teal quality keeps it from tipping into baby blue territory. In person, the color sits right in the sweet spot between obviously blue and subtly green, which makes it feel more sophisticated than many light blues at this depth.
Jetstream Undertones
The primary undertone is blue, but there is a distinct teal thread running through it. In warm, south-facing light, that teal pushes forward and the color can look almost aqua. In cooler, north-facing rooms, the blue dominates and the green component recedes, making Jetstream read closer to a classic spa blue. Some designers describe the undertone as purely cool blue, while others insist the green is always visible. Both camps are right, depending on the light. You will not find warm or yellow undertones here. This is a decisively cool color from every angle.
Where Jetstream Works Best
Jetstream works anywhere you want a room to feel calm and refreshed without going too pale or too bold. Its LRV of 60 means it reflects a solid amount of light, so it can handle rooms that do not get tons of natural sun without feeling dark. It is a natural fit for bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens where you want a color that reads as intentional rather than just "light blue." On exteriors, it makes a crisp body color for coastal or cottage-style homes, especially when paired with bright white trim. You can also use it on a single accent wall in a living room to introduce color without overwhelming the space.
Where to put Jetstream
Jetstream turns a bedroom into a genuinely restful retreat. Use it on all four walls with Incredible White on the trim and ceiling. The LRV of 60 means it is light enough to keep the room feeling open but saturated enough to give the space real personality. Layer in warm wood tones and linen textiles to keep it from reading too cold.
This is where Jetstream really shines. The teal undertone plays beautifully against white tile, marble, and chrome fixtures. It gives a bathroom that spa quality people always chase, but it does it without being a cliche. Try it on the vanity wall or go full room if the space is small. The color handles humidity well visually because it already evokes water.
In a living room, Jetstream works best when balanced with plenty of warm accents. A sofa in a warm taupe or sandy neutral, wood-toned coffee tables, and warm metal hardware prevent the room from feeling too clinical. Use it on all walls for a cohesive look or on a single accent wall behind built-ins or the fireplace.
Jetstream on kitchen walls pairs beautifully with white or off-white cabinetry and brass or gold hardware. The teal undertone keeps it from looking dated the way some light blues can in kitchens. If you want to take a bolder approach, use Jetstream on the island or lower cabinets and keep uppers and walls in a clean white.
What to Pair With Jetstream
Jetstream pairs well with warm neutrals and clean whites. The coordinating color Incredible White (SW 7028) gives you a soft, slightly warm white for trim and ceilings that prevents the palette from feeling icy. Warm Stone (SW 7032) is a smart choice for a grounding accent, whether on cabinetry, a feature wall in an adjacent room, or furniture. The warm taupe quality of Warm Stone balances Jetstream's cool blue and keeps your space from leaning one-note.
Jetstream vs similar colors
All comparisons are matched against Jetstream at LRV 60.0.
Colors that clash with Jetstream
In north-facing rooms or spaces with minimal natural light, Jetstream can lose its teal warmth and read as a flat, cold blue.
Pairing Jetstream with strong warm tones like golden yellow or terracotta can create a jarring contrast that makes both colors look off.
The aqua-teal quality of Jetstream leans beachy, which can feel out of place in a formal dining room or traditional study.
Common questions
Jetstream has an LRV of 60, which places it firmly in the light range. It reflects enough light to keep a room feeling open but carries enough pigment to read as a real color rather than a tinted white.
Jetstream is a cool color through and through. Its primary undertones are blue and teal with no warm yellow or red influence. In south-facing rooms it may reveal a slight green that feels a touch warmer than pure blue, but it is still a cool-leaning color.
A soft, slightly warm white like Incredible White (SW 7028) is an excellent trim choice. It prevents the palette from feeling sterile while still providing clean contrast. Avoid stark, cool whites, which can make Jetstream look washed out.
Yes. At an LRV of 60, Jetstream is light enough for a full exterior body color without feeling overwhelming. It works especially well on cottage, coastal, and Craftsman-style homes paired with white trim and a darker accent on the front door.