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Dolphin

Benjamin Moore

AF-715

About Dolphin by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 22.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #85837d

RGB: 133, 131, 125

Hue45°

Saturation3%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Dolphin from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Dolphin

Benjamin Moore

AF-715

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Dolphin looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dolphin AF-715 a warm or cool color?
Dolphin by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dolphin?
Dolphin sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 45°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dolphin?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 45°. The hex value is #85837d. The RGB value is 133, 131, 125.
Is Dolphin better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dolphin has brightness around 23%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Dolphin?
You can match Dolphin with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Dolphin work best in a home?
Dolphin works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Dolphin compare to a pure white paint?
Dolphin is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Dolphin in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Dolphin

Benjamin Moore

AF-715

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Dolphin in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Dolphin

Benjamin Moore

AF-715

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Dolphin. They add contrast without clashing.

Dolphin

Benjamin Moore

AF-715

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Dolphin. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

STEAMSHIP

Glidden

PPG0996-5

Hardware

Sherwin Williams

SW6172

Connected Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW6165

Classic French Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW0077