Dolphin Dream vs S 5010-R90B
Where Dolphin Dream belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, S 5010-R90B is a NCS color. Hue-wise, Dolphin Dream belongs to the grey family and S 5010-R90B to the blue-grey family. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (17 vs 19), so they'll read as similarly Dark in most lighting conditions. The ΔE 3.3 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Dolphin Dream vs S 5010-R90B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dolphin Dream on one side and S 5010-R90B on the other.
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.
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