Dancing Dolphin 1102-3 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C4BAA1, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Courtyard from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4BAA1 · 1102-3
Dancing Dolphin
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dancing Dolphin Technical Profile
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Dancing Dolphin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dancing Dolphin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDancing Dolphin
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCourtyard
Courtyard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Helen of Troy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Seine and Sensibility
Valspar
Nearly identical
Market Square Shell
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Olive Gold
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jungle Khaki
Behr
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seagull Wail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dancing Dolphin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dancing Dolphin
#C4BAA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dancing Dolphin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dancing 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 Dancing Dolphin.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dancing Dolphin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dancing Dolphin have?
Dancing Dolphin by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dancing Dolphin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dancing Dolphin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dancing Dolphin are Courtyard by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Helen of Troy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Helen of Troy by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dancing 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 Dancing Dolphin?
Dancing Dolphin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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