Rainwash 331-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A8BDB8, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lucinda from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8BDB8 · 331-3DB
Rainwash
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rainwash Technical Profile
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Rainwash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rainwash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRainwash
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sLucinda
Lucinda
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rhine River
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lucinda
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Morning Parlor
Behr
Nearly identical
Bidwell Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Holly Glen
PPG
Very similar
Tropical Bay
Valspar
Very similar
Festoon Aqua
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bell Bottoms
Kilz
Very similar
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rainwash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainwash
#A8BDB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainwash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainwash 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 Rainwash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainwash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainwash have?
Rainwash by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rainwash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rainwash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainwash are Lucinda by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rhine River by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Homestead by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rainwash'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 Rainwash?
Rainwash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rainwash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.