Blue Dolphin 1041-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BCC5CF, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Instinct from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BCC5CF · 1041-4
Blue Dolphin
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Dolphin Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCC5CF
RGB188, 197, 207
Estimated LRV55.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Blue Dolphin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Dolphin
#BCC5CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Dolphin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Dolphin 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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Blue Dolphin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Dolphin have?
Blue Dolphin by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Blue Dolphin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Dolphin are Instinct by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Legacy by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Icy by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Dolphin'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 Blue Dolphin?
Blue Dolphin has a estimated lightness value of 55.1, 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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