Ref. #DBDBDA · DE6373
Porpoise
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Porpoise Technical Profile
What color is Porpoise? It's a light neutral off-white with the hex code #DBDBDA. Colors similar to Porpoise include Hirshfield's Diamond Stud, Behr White Lie, Benjamin Moore Graytint. Porpoise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Porpoise reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Porpoise is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Porpoise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Diamond Stud
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
White Lie
Behr
Nearly identical
Graytint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spatial White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lilac Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blackened
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Diamond Stud
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Porpoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Porpoise
#DBDBDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Porpoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Porpoise 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 Porpoise.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Porpoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Porpoise have?
Porpoise by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Porpoise from other brands?
The closest matches are Diamond Stud by Hirshfield's (#DBDBDA), White Lie by Behr (#DCDCDB), Graytint by Benjamin Moore (#D9DAD9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Porpoise?
Porpoise has an LRV of 70.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Porpoise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.