Rainstorm CSP-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #939692, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tin Lizzie from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #939692 · CSP-50
Rainstorm
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rainstorm Technical Profile
HEX Code#939692
RGB147, 150, 146
Estimated LRV30.1
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 Rainstorm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainstorm
#939692
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainstorm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainstorm 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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Rainstorm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainstorm have?
Rainstorm 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 Rainstorm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainstorm are Tin Lizzie by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Husky Gray by PPG (a close digital match), Kick the Can by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rainstorm'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 Rainstorm?
Rainstorm has a estimated lightness value of 30.1, 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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