Rain Shimmer RB180-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D1D1E3, LRV 65 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lavender Mist from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1D1E3 · RB180-01
Rain Shimmer
65%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rain Shimmer Technical Profile
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Rain Shimmer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rain Shimmer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzRain Shimmer
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLavender Mist
Lavender Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lavender Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lavender Dreams
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hailstorm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wildflower Prairie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wildflower Prairie
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lavender Cloud
PPG
Nearly identical
Lilac Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Potentially Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rain Shimmer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rain Shimmer
#D1D1E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rain Shimmer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rain Shimmer 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
Other Kilz colors close to Rain Shimmer.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rain Shimmer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rain Shimmer have?
Rain Shimmer by Kilz has a cool (violet) 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 Rain Shimmer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rain Shimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Shimmer are Lavender Mist by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lavender Mist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lavender Dreams by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rain Shimmer'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 Shimmer?
Rain Shimmer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rain Shimmer's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.