Ref. #656B6F · 8006-7E
Bottlenose Dolphin
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bottlenose Dolphin Technical Profile
What color is Bottlenose Dolphin? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #656B6F. Colors similar to Bottlenose Dolphin include Sherwin-Williams Night Out, MPC Frost White Prl over Black, Sherwin-Williams Wall Street. Bottlenose Dolphin has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Bottlenose Dolphin 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, Bottlenose Dolphin 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 Bottlenose Dolphin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bottlenose Dolphin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bottlenose Dolphin
#656B6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B709C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bottlenose Dolphin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bottlenose 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Bottlenose Dolphin.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bottlenose Dolphin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bottlenose Dolphin have?
Bottlenose Dolphin by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Bottlenose Dolphin from other brands?
The closest matches are Night Out by Sherwin-Williams (#656A6E), Frost White Prl over Black by MPC (#676E72), Wall Street by Sherwin-Williams (#656D73). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bottlenose Dolphin?
Bottlenose Dolphin has an LRV of 14.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Bottlenose Dolphin's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.