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Dolphin Dream
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dolphin Dream Technical Profile
What color is Dolphin Dream? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6B6F78. Colors similar to Dolphin Dream include Vista Paint Gray Whale Cove, Dunn-Edwards Draw Your Sword, Vista Paint Dolphin Dream. Dolphin Dream has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Dolphin Dream creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Dolphin Dream pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dolphin Dream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dolphin Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dolphin Dream
#6B6F78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D74A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dolphin Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dolphin Dream 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Dolphin Dream.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dolphin Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dolphin Dream have?
Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dolphin Dream from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Whale Cove by Vista Paint (#6D7079), Draw Your Sword by Dunn-Edwards (#6C7179), Dolphin Dream by Vista Paint (#696C76). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dolphin Dream?
Dolphin Dream has an LRV of 15.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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