Nightlife DET596 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #676E7A, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dolphin Dream from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #676E7A · DET596
Nightlife
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nightlife Technical Profile
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Nightlife in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nightlife in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsNightlife
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDolphin Dream
Dolphin Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dolphin Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Favorite Denim Blue
PPG
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Granite Peak
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Encore
Behr
Very similar
Ashland Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nightlife
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nightlife
#676E7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7973A1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nightlife
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nightlife 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Nightlife.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nightlife — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nightlife have?
Nightlife by Dunn-Edwards 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 Nightlife in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nightlife from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nightlife are Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Whale Watching by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dolphin Dream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nightlife'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 Nightlife?
Nightlife has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nightlife's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.