Blue Dolphin 1041-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BCC5CF, 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.
Ref. #BCC5CF · 1041-4
Blue Dolphin
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Dolphin Technical Profile
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Blue Dolphin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Dolphin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Dolphin
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreInstinct
Instinct
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Legacy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Icy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shark Loop
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bay of Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Melody
Behr
Very similar
Kecia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Pompeii Ruins
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Dolphin
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Blue Dolphin.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Dolphin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Dolphin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Dolphin are Instinct by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Legacy by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Icy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Dolphin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.