Dolphin Fin 790C-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCCAC4, estimated LRV 59 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Sterling from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CCCAC4 · 790C-3
Dolphin Fin
59%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dolphin Fin Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCCAC4
RGB204, 202, 196
Estimated LRV59.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Dolphin Fin
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Antique Sterling
Kilz
#CBC9C2
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On the Rocks
Sherwin-Williams
#D0CEC8
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Notre Dame
Valspar
#C9C9C3
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Silver Queen
Vista Paint
#CAC8C4
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Cool Slate
PPG
#D0CCC5
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Harbor
Benjamin Moore
#C8C8C3
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Cloud Cover
Dunn-Edwards
#CBCAC2
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Snowglory
Hirshfield's
#C8C8C4
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Misted Silver
Dutch Boy
#CBC7C2
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Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
#D1CBC3
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Colors That Work With Dolphin Fin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dolphin Fin
#CCCAC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dolphin Fin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dolphin Fin 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 Fin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dolphin Fin have?
Dolphin Fin by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Fin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dolphin Fin are Antique Sterling by Kilz (a close digital match), On the Rocks by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Notre Dame by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dolphin Fin'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 Fin?
Dolphin Fin has a estimated lightness value of 59.1, 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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Why Dolphin Fin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.