Rainmaster MQ5-22 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9AA2AA, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baby Seal from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9AA2AA · MQ5-22
Rainmaster
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Rainmaster in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rainmaster in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRainmaster
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBaby Seal
Baby Seal
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Let it Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Madison Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Grey Shadow
PPG
Nearly identical
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shining Knight
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Comet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drizzling Mist
Valspar
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rainmaster
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainmaster
#9AA2AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainmaster
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainmaster 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 Rainmaster.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainmaster — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainmaster have?
Rainmaster 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 Rainmaster in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rainmaster from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainmaster are Baby Seal by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Let it Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Madison Grey by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rainmaster'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 Rainmaster?
Rainmaster has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, 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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Related Reading
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 Rainmaster's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.