Dolphin Blue vs Saffron Strands paint color comparison

Dolphin Blue vs Saffron Strands

Dolphin BlueBehrvsSaffron StrandsBehrΔE 59.7 — Very different colors

Dolphin Blue and Saffron Strands come from the same Behr collection. Dolphin Blue reads as blue, while Saffron Strands reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 6-point LRV gap — 36 for Saffron Strands vs 30 for Dolphin Blue — means Saffron Strands will open up a space more effectively. Where Dolphin Blue leans blue, Saffron Strands reads red — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 59.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Dolphin Blue
Behr · S470-4
LRV30.1
BrandBehr
NumberS470-4
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium
Saffron Strands
Behr · PPU6-02
LRV36.4
BrandBehr
NumberPPU6-02
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Dolphin Blue vs Saffron Strands Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dolphin Blue on one side and Saffron Strands on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.