Sweet Dreams 1241-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9BC7EA, LRV 54 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slumber from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BC7EA · 1241-3
Sweet Dreams
54%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sweet Dreams Technical Profile
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Sweet Dreams in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sweet Dreams in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSweet Dreams
Nearly identical
ValsparSlumber
Slumber
Valspar
Nearly identical
Aerial View
Behr
Nearly identical
Astral
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Make a Splash
Vista Paint
Very similar
Faded Denim
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Marzena Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Twinkle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sea Balm
Kilz
Very similar
Porch Ceiling
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Dreams
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Dreams
#9BC7EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7176C1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Dreams
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Dreams 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 Sweet Dreams.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Dreams — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Dreams have?
Sweet Dreams by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Sweet Dreams in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sweet Dreams from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweet Dreams are Slumber by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dena's Delight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Aerial View by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sweet Dreams'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 Sweet Dreams?
Sweet Dreams has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Dreams's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.