Rainwash 331-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A8BDB8, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #A8BDB8 · 331-3DB
Rainwash
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rainwash Technical Profile
HEX Code#A8BDB8
RGB168, 189, 184
Estimated LRV48.2
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
BrandDutch Boy
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#A6BBB7
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#A5BCB7
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#ACC0BD
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Colors That Work With Rainwash
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainwash
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainwash Room Palettes
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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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Rainwash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainwash have?
Rainwash by Dutch Boy 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 Rainwash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainwash are Lucinda by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Rhine River by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Homestead by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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