Bottlenose Dolphin 8006-7E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #656B6F, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Night Out from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #656B6F · 8006-7E
Bottlenose Dolphin
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bottlenose Dolphin Technical Profile
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Bottlenose Dolphin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bottlenose Dolphin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBottlenose Dolphin
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNight Out
Night Out
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Trout Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Equinox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
In The Shadows
PPG
Nearly identical
Summer Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Murky Depths
Kilz
Nearly identical
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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
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Bottlenose Dolphin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bottlenose Dolphin have?
Bottlenose Dolphin by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Bottlenose Dolphin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bottlenose Dolphin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bottlenose Dolphin are Night Out by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Wall Street by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grafton Grey by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bottlenose 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 Bottlenose Dolphin?
Bottlenose Dolphin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bottlenose Dolphin's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.