Rain Storm 530F-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #255363, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Bayberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #255363 · 530F-7
Rain Storm
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rain Storm Technical Profile
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Rain Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rain Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRain Storm
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Bayberry
Blue Bayberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Marea Baja
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Slate Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Seawater Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Navy Teal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Under the Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Very similar
Mariana Trench
Valspar
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rain Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rain Storm
#255363
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#445077
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rain Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rain Storm 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 Behr Colors
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rain Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rain Storm have?
Rain Storm by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rain Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rain Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Storm are Blue Bayberry by PPG (a near-identical match), Marea Baja by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Slate Teal by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rain Storm'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 Rain Storm?
Rain Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Rain Storm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.