Rain Shimmer RB180-01 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D1D1E3, estimated 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.
Kilz · #D1D1E3 · RB180-01
Rain Shimmer
65%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rain Shimmer Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1D1E3
RGB209, 209, 227
Estimated LRV64.7
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyblue
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Rain Shimmer
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rain Shimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Shimmer are Lavender Mist by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lavender Mist by Valspar (a close digital match), Lavender Dreams by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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