First Light 1241-1 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D9E6EE, LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dreamy Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9E6EE · 1241-1
First Light
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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First Light in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to First Light in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFirst Light
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDreamy Blue
Dreamy Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Drowsy Lavender
Behr
Nearly identical
Bonefish
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sweet Bluette
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dreamstress
Valspar
Nearly identical
Humid Weather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bird Bath Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cool Sky
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silent Ripple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Air .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Light
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Light
#D9E6EE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8287B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Light
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Light 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 First Light.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Light — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Light have?
First Light by PPG 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 First Light in your own space before committing.
What colors match First Light from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to First Light are Dreamy Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Drowsy Lavender by Behr (a near-identical match), Bonefish by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting First Light'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 First Light?
First Light has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why First Light's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.