Behr Dolphin Gray HDC-NT-10A
| Code: | HDC-NT-10A |
| Name: | Dolphin Gray |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Dolphin Gray?
As you step into a room painted in Behr HDC-NT-10A Dolphin Gray, you can feel a sense of calm and sophistication wash over you. This subtle blend of cool tones brings a touch of elegance to any space. Pairing Dolphin Gray with accents in shades of ivory, soft pink, or even a pop of coral can create a chic and modern look. Consider adding metallic touches in silver or gold to enhance the overall aesthetic of the room. With its versatility and timeless appeal, Dolphin Gray is the perfect choice for those looking to create a refined and stylish atmosphere in their home.
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What are Behr Dolphin Gray undertones?
Dolphin Gray has a red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#9A9997
RGB code:
154, 153, 151
Is Behr Dolphin Gray HDC-NT-10A cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 40°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
HDC-NT-10A Dolphin Gray HSL code: 40, 1%, 60%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
How light temperature affects Dolphin Gray
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dolphin Gray:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
HDC-NT-10A
Dolphin Gray
Darker shades
HDC-NT-10A
Dolphin Gray
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Dolphin Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 220, such as Behr Adirondack Blue and Nypd.
LRV of Dolphin Gray
Dolphin Gray has an LRV of 32.06% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 32.06%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #9a9997 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 154, 153, 151 | |
| RGB Percent | 60.39%, 60.00%, 59.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 40° Saturation: 1.95% Value: 60.39% | |
| HSL | hsl(40, 1, 60) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.65 Yellow: 1.95 Key: 39.61 | |
| YIQ | Y: 153.071 I: 1.239 Q: -0.411 | |
| XYZ | X: 30.302 Y: 31.887 Z: 33.828 | |
| CIE Lab | L:63.249 a:-0.02 b:1.179 | |
| CIE Luv | L:63.249 u:0.686 v:1.691 | |
| Decimal | 10131863 | |
| Hunter Lab | 56.469, -3.033, 4.01 | |
Behr HDC-NT-10A Dolphin Gray
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