Midsummer's Dream 1151-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B4D0D9, estimated LRV 60 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Bay Marina from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B4D0D9 · 1151-3
Midsummer's Dream
60%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midsummer's Dream Technical Profile
HEX Code#B4D0D9
RGB180, 208, 217
Estimated LRV59.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Midsummer's Dream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer's Dream
#B4D0D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer's Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer's Dream 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
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Midsummer's Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer's Dream have?
Midsummer's Dream by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Midsummer's Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer's Dream are Blue Bay Marina by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Hatteras Haze by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Summer Shower by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Midsummer's Dream'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 Midsummer's Dream?
Midsummer's Dream has a estimated lightness value of 59.8, 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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