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White Rain
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
White Rain Technical Profile
What color is White Rain? It's a light cool neutral with the hex code #C9D9D2. Colors similar to White Rain include Valspar Distant Valley, Behr Frosted Silver, Hirshfield's Powdered Pool. White Rain has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, White Rain sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, White Rain pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to White Rain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White Rain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White Rain
#C9D9D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ABAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White Rain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
White 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 White Rain.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
White Rain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does White Rain have?
White Rain by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match White Rain from other brands?
The closest matches are Distant Valley by Valspar (#C9D8D1), Frosted Silver by Behr (#C6D7D1), Powdered Pool by Hirshfield's (#C7D6D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of White Rain?
White Rain has an LRV of 66.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why White Rain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.