Dancing Dolphin 1102-3 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C4BAA1, estimated 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.
PPG · #C4BAA1 · 1102-3
Dancing Dolphin
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dancing Dolphin Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4BAA1
RGB196, 186, 161
Estimated LRV49.4
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 Familybeige
BrandPPG
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#C4B9A3
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Colors That Work With Dancing Dolphin
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dancing Dolphin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dancing Dolphin are Courtyard by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Helen of Troy by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Helen of Troy by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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