Pouring Rain RF250-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #88C7C8, LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bermuda Bay from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #88C7C8 · RF250-01
Pouring Rain
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pouring Rain Technical Profile
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Pouring Rain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pouring Rain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzPouring Rain
Nearly identical
PPGBermuda Bay
Bermuda Bay
PPG
Nearly identical
Oceanic Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bay Mist
Valspar
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bora Bora Shore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kentucky Estate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Newport Blue
Behr
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Aqua Bloom
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Life of Reilly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pouring Rain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pouring Rain
#88C7C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8298B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pouring Rain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pouring 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 Kilz Colors
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pouring Rain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pouring Rain have?
Pouring Rain by Kilz has a cool (blue) 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 Pouring Rain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pouring Rain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pouring Rain are Bermuda Bay by PPG (a near-identical match), Aqua Fiesta by PPG (a near-identical match), Oceanic Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pouring Rain'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 Pouring Rain?
Pouring Rain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pouring Rain's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.