Dolphin Dance 8257 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #AEB3B8, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zippered Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEB3B8 · 8257
Dolphin Dance
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dolphin Dance Technical Profile
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Dolphin Dance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dolphin Dance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDolphin Dance
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyZippered Gray
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pigeon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Charm
PPG
Nearly identical
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Jubilee
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Adirondack
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silverstone
Behr
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dolphin Dance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dolphin Dance
#AEB3B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dolphin Dance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dolphin Dance 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Dolphin Dance.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dolphin Dance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dolphin Dance have?
Dolphin Dance by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dolphin Dance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dolphin Dance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dolphin Dance are Zippered Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pigeon Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Silent Night by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dolphin Dance'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 Dolphin Dance?
Dolphin Dance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dolphin Dance's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.