Island Dream MQ4-20 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #0099A1, estimated 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.
Behr · #0099A1 · MQ4-20
Island Dream
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Island Dream Technical Profile
HEX Code#0099A1
RGB0, 153, 161
Estimated LRV25.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#099BA1
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Island Dream
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Island Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Island Dream are Cool Rain by Valspar (a close digital match), Riviera Paradise by PPG (a close digital match), San Jose Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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