Rain Storm 530F-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #255363, estimated 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.
Behr · #255363 · 530F-7
Rain Storm
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rain Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#255363
RGB37, 83, 99
Estimated LRV7.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Rain Storm
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rain Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Storm are Blue Bayberry by PPG (a close digital match), Marea Baja by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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