Rain Shimmer

Technical Profile

What color is Rain Shimmer? It's a very light warm blue with the hex code #D1D1E3. Colors similar to Rain Shimmer include Benjamin Moore Lavender Mist, Valspar Lavender Mist, Dunn-Edwards Hailstorm. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Rain Shimmer has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Rain Shimmer (#D1D1E3) by Kilz is a very light blue paint color with a gentle, subdued character. It delivers an airy, open feeling that maximizes the sense of space in any room. On the temperature spectrum this shade leans toward warmth, adding coziness and inviting energy. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, it reflects the vast majority of light, helping smaller rooms feel more spacious. A barely-there blue like this soothes bedrooms, ceilings, and nurseries with its sky-like openness. An eggshell or matte finish works well at this lightness, hiding minor wall imperfections while still being easy to wipe clean. For color coordination, Rain Shimmer pairs beautifully with yellow tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring purple and blue hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its cool (violet) undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Kilz is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Benjamin Moore, Valspar, Dunn-Edwards and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Rain Shimmer evokes the soft glow of morning sunlight, creating a gentle, optimistic ambiance. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for nautical, classic traditional, and Hamptons-style interiors. As part of the Kilz palette, Rain Shimmer benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. High-LRV colors like Rain Shimmer are forgiving in most lighting conditions, but they can pick up reflected color from adjacent walls, flooring, or large furniture pieces, so evaluate samples in situ. Very light shades can sometimes read as stark white on small swatches — viewing a larger area in your intended space reveals the true character of the color. Pair this shade with natural linen, light oak, rattan, and marble for a fresh, layered look, or contrast it with dark walnut and wrought iron for more definition. You can order Rain Shimmer (RB180-01) directly from Kilz or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.