Dolphin Blue S470-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #74B5BC, estimated LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Water Oasis from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #74B5BC · S470-4
Dolphin Blue
31%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dolphin Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#74B5BC
RGB116, 181, 188
Estimated LRV31.0
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
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Water Oasis
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#74B1B8
Close digital match
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#6EB7BE
Close digital match
Wet Surfboard
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#6BB7C1
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#6DBAC0
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Colors That Work With Dolphin Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dolphin Blue
#74B5BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8495AE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dolphin Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dolphin Blue 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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Dolphin Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dolphin Blue have?
Dolphin Blue by Behr 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 Dolphin Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dolphin Blue are Water Oasis by Kilz (a close digital match), Well Water by Valspar (a close digital match), Wet Surfboard by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dolphin Blue'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 Dolphin Blue?
Dolphin Blue has a estimated lightness value of 31.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dolphin Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.