Dreamy 1425 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9BA2BA, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dressed Damsel from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9BA2BA · 1425
Dreamy
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dreamy Technical Profile
HEX Code#9BA2BA
RGB155, 162, 186
Estimated LRV36.4
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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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 →
Dressed Damsel
Dutch Boy
#9CA3BB
Close digital match
Lavender Herb
Kilz
#9AA0BB
Close digital match
Art Nouveau Glass
Behr
#9CA1B5
Close digital match
Frosted Blueberry
PPG
#9CA6C2
Close digital match
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#9EA6B9
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#99A0B2
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#99A0B2
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#979FBF
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#A2A1B9
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RAL
#9DA1AA
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Colors That Work With Dreamy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dreamy
#9BA2BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9085AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dreamy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dreamy 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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Dreamy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dreamy have?
Dreamy by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Dreamy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dreamy are Dressed Damsel by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Lavender Herb by Kilz (a close digital match), Art Nouveau Glass by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dreamy'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 Dreamy?
Dreamy has a estimated lightness value of 36.4, 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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