Ref. #B8D4E0 · PPU14-16
Millstream
63%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Millstream Technical Profile
What color is Millstream? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B8D4E0. Colors similar to Millstream include Benjamin Moore Mediterranean Breeze, Hirshfield's Bridgewater Bay, Benjamin Moore Blue Hydrangea. Millstream has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Millstream sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Millstream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mediterranean Breeze
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summer Shower
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Adrift
Valspar
Nearly identical
Midsummer's Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Dockside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Millstream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Millstream
#B8D4E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#818BB1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Millstream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Millstream 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 Millstream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Millstream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Millstream have?
Millstream by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Millstream from other brands?
The closest matches are Mediterranean Breeze by Benjamin Moore (#B8D5E3), Bridgewater Bay by Hirshfield's (#BCD7E2), Blue Hydrangea by Benjamin Moore (#B4D4E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Millstream?
Millstream has an LRV of 62.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Millstream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.