Paris Rain 1501 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C5C3B1, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dillard from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5C3B1 · 1501
Paris Rain
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Paris Rain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paris Rain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreParis Rain
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDillard
Dillard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nourish .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Palatine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Colonial Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
French Gray Linen
PPG
Nearly identical
Ocean Foam
Behr
Nearly identical
Brown Buzz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Serene Thought
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Mizzle
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grassland
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silver Fern
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paris Rain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paris Rain
#C5C3B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paris Rain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paris Rain 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Paris Rain.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paris Rain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paris Rain have?
Paris Rain by Benjamin Moore 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 Paris Rain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paris Rain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paris Rain are Dillard by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Nourish .02 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Palatine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Paris Rain'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 Paris Rain?
Paris Rain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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