Bubbling Brook RD110-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #3A81A1, LRV 19 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cornwall from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3A81A1 · RD110-01
Bubbling Brook
19%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bubbling Brook Technical Profile
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Bubbling Brook in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bubbling Brook in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBubbling Brook
Nearly identical
ValsparCornwall
Cornwall
Valspar
Nearly identical
Randolph Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Paisley
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Luxury
Behr
Very similar
Peninsula
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peninsula
Vista Paint
Very similar
Raging Tide
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Plate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Welcome Aboard
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bubbling Brook
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bubbling Brook
#3A81A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6572A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bubbling Brook
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bubbling Brook 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Bubbling Brook.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bubbling Brook — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bubbling Brook have?
Bubbling Brook by Kilz 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 Bubbling Brook in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bubbling Brook from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bubbling Brook are Cornwall by Valspar (a near-identical match), Randolph Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue Paisley by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bubbling Brook'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 Bubbling Brook?
Bubbling Brook has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bubbling Brook's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.