Raindance QE-53 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7F9193, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Day from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F9193 · QE-53
Raindance
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Raindance Technical Profile
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Raindance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Raindance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRaindance
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSmoky Day
Smoky Day
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lexington Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Greyed Teal Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Weathered Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moody Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mapped Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Skyscraper
Valspar
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
Brewster Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raindance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raindance
#7F9193
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raindance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raindance 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
Other Behr colors close to Raindance.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Raindance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raindance have?
Raindance by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Raindance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Raindance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Raindance are Smoky Day by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Lexington Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Greyed Teal Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Raindance'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 Raindance?
Raindance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Raindance's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.