Babbling Brook 1144-3 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BECFCD, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fluttering Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BECFCD · 1144-3
Babbling Brook
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Babbling Brook Technical Profile
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Babbling Brook in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Babbling Brook in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBabbling Brook
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyFluttering Blue
Fluttering Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cape Hope
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Artiste
Valspar
Nearly identical
Annapolis Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cape Hope
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soothing Spring
Behr
Nearly identical
Berry Mojito
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baby Blanket
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tradewind
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Water .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Babbling Brook
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Babbling Brook
#BECFCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Babbling Brook
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Babbling 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 PPG Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Babbling Brook — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Babbling Brook have?
Babbling Brook by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Babbling Brook in your own space before committing.
What colors match Babbling Brook from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Babbling Brook are Fluttering Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cape Hope by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Artiste by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Babbling 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 Babbling Brook?
Babbling Brook has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.0, 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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