Ocean Dream 1042-3 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D4DDE2, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystic Pool from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4DDE2 · 1042-3
Ocean Dream
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ocean Dream Technical Profile
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Ocean Dream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Dream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOcean Dream
Nearly identical
BehrMystic Pool
Mystic Pool
Behr
Nearly identical
Ghost Ship
Valspar
Nearly identical
Clear to See
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silent Ripple
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Foamy Water
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Waterloo
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nuance
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Air .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Northern Sky
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Dream
#D4DDE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Ocean Dream.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Dream have?
Ocean Dream by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ocean Dream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Dream are Mystic Pool by Behr (a near-identical match), Ghost Ship by Valspar (a near-identical match), Wisteria Snow by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ocean 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 Ocean Dream?
Ocean Dream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ocean Dream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.