Ref. #799DAF · RD290-01
Miracle Bay
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Miracle Bay Technical Profile
What color is Miracle Bay? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #799DAF. Colors similar to Miracle Bay include Behr Blue Cascade, Benjamin Moore Whipple Blue, Benjamin Moore Niagara Falls. Miracle Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Miracle Bay depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Miracle Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Blue Cascade
Behr
Nearly identical
Whipple Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Americana
PPG
Nearly identical
Meetinghouse Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Twilight
Valspar
Very similar
Bluebird Feather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Meetinghouse Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Miracle Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Miracle Bay
#799DAF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Miracle Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Miracle Bay 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 Miracle Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Miracle Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Miracle Bay have?
Miracle Bay by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Miracle Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Cascade by Behr (#7A9DB0), Whipple Blue by Benjamin Moore (#779FB1), Niagara Falls by Benjamin Moore (#779FB1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Miracle Bay?
Miracle Bay has an LRV of 31.3, 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 Miracle Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.