Island Dream MQ4-20 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #0099A1, LRV 25 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Rain from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #0099A1 · MQ4-20
Island Dream
25%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Island Dream Technical Profile
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Island Dream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Island Dream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrIsland Dream
Nearly identical
ValsparCool Rain
Cool Rain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Riviera Paradise
PPG
Nearly identical
San Jose Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Southwestern Trail
Kilz
Very similar
Siren Song
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Splashy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pleasant Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peacock Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Island Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Island Dream
#0099A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2A64AA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Island Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Island Dream 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 Island Dream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Island Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Island Dream have?
Island Dream 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 Island Dream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Island Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Island Dream are Cool Rain by Valspar (a near-identical match), Riviera Paradise by PPG (a near-identical match), San Jose Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Island Dream'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 Island Dream?
Island Dream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, 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 Island Dream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.