Brainstorm 1030-1 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1D3C0, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spooky from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1D3C0 · 1030-1
Brainstorm
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brainstorm Technical Profile
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Brainstorm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brainstorm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBrainstorm
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpooky
Spooky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silver Fern
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sandstone Cliff
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aspiration
Valspar
Nearly identical
Liveable Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
September Song
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Nourish .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Seafoam Bubbles
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brainstorm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brainstorm
#D1D3C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brainstorm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brainstorm 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
Other PPG colors close to Brainstorm.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brainstorm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brainstorm have?
Brainstorm 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 Brainstorm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brainstorm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brainstorm are Spooky by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Vintage Find by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Silver Fern by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Brainstorm'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 Brainstorm?
Brainstorm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.9, 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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Why Brainstorm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.