Raindrops 138-1DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E0ECEF, LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prelude from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E0ECEF · 138-1DB
Raindrops
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Raindrops Technical Profile
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Raindrops in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Raindrops in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRaindrops
Nearly identical
PPGPrelude
Prelude
PPG
Nearly identical
Morning Hush
Kilz
Nearly identical
Azul Primavera
Behr
Nearly identical
Spring Dew
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sidewalk Chalk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aquafir
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Opal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sky High
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sweet Bluette
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Air .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raindrops
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raindrops
#E0ECEF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raindrops
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raindrops 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Raindrops.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Raindrops — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raindrops have?
Raindrops by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Raindrops in your own space before committing.
What colors match Raindrops from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Raindrops are Prelude by PPG (a near-identical match), Morning Hush by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blue Frost by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Raindrops'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 Raindrops?
Raindrops has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Raindrops's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.