Dreamy Blue 338-1DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CBD8E1, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Icelandic from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBD8E1 · 338-1DB
Dreamy Blue
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dreamy Blue Technical Profile
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Dreamy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dreamy Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDreamy Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIcelandic
Icelandic
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bit Of Heaven
PPG
Nearly identical
Precious Dew Drop
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tinsel Beam
Valspar
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Reflection
Behr
Nearly identical
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Simple Serenity
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dreamy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dreamy Blue
#CBD8E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dreamy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dreamy 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Dreamy 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.
Dreamy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dreamy Blue have?
Dreamy Blue by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Dreamy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dreamy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dreamy Blue are Icelandic by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rhythmic Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bit Of Heaven by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dreamy 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 Dreamy Blue?
Dreamy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dreamy Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.