Rain Shower Blue 236-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #416D83, estimated LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Santorini Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #416D83 · 236-6DB
Rain Shower Blue
14%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rain Shower Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#416D83
RGB65, 109, 131
Estimated LRV13.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Rain Shower Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rain Shower Blue
#416D83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#636B94
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rain Shower Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rain Shower Blue 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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Rain Shower Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rain Shower Blue have?
Rain Shower Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Rain Shower Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Shower Blue are Santorini Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Crashing Waves by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lake Stream by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rain Shower Blue'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 Rain Shower Blue?
Rain Shower Blue has a estimated lightness value of 13.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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