Dreaming Blue 540D-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8DE7E4, LRV 49 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Turquoise Treat from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8DE7E4 · 540D-4
Dreaming Blue
49%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dreaming Blue Technical Profile
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Dreaming Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dreaming Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDreaming Blue
Very similar
Vista PaintTurquoise Treat
Turquoise Treat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Everest
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bali Hai Teal
PPG
Very similar
Island Oasis
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sea Wave
Valspar
Very similar
Caribbean Cool
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Polished Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Tip Top Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tantalizing Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dreaming Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dreaming Blue
#8DE7E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#719CC1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dreaming Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dreaming Blue Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dreaming Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dreaming Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dreaming Blue have?
Dreaming Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dreaming Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dreaming Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dreaming Blue are Turquoise Treat by Vista Paint (a very close match), Everest by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Bali Hai Teal by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dreaming Blue's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dreaming Blue?
Dreaming Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dreaming Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.