Paris Rain 1501 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C5C3B1, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #C5C3B1 · 1501
Paris Rain
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paris Rain Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5C3B1
RGB197, 195, 177
Estimated LRV54.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Paris Rain
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Paris Rain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paris Rain are Dillard by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Nourish .02 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Palatine by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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