Daydream 6541 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BDC3CD, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misted Mountain from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDC3CD · 6541
Daydream
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Daydream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Daydream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDaydream
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMisted Mountain
Misted Mountain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Faded Denim
PPG
Nearly identical
Paparazzi Flash
Behr
Nearly identical
Foghorn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Instinct
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Silver Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kecia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Savoy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Daydream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Daydream
#BDC3CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Daydream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Daydream 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Daydream.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Daydream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Daydream have?
Daydream by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Daydream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Daydream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Daydream are Misted Mountain by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Faded Denim by PPG (a near-identical match), Antique Silver by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Daydream'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 Daydream?
Daydream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.3, 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 Daydream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.