Ref. #8B795F · 1097-6
Rain Barrel
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rain Barrel Technical Profile
What color is Rain Barrel? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8B795F. Colors similar to Rain Barrel include Dunn-Edwards Rock 'n' Oak, Vista Paint Wooly Thyme, Hirshfield's Wooly Thyme. Rain Barrel has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Rain Barrel creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Rain Barrel pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Rain Barrel
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rain Barrel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rain Barrel
#8B795F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A578
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rain Barrel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rain Barrel 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Rain Barrel.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rain Barrel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rain Barrel have?
Rain Barrel by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Rain Barrel from other brands?
The closest matches are Rock 'n' Oak by Dunn-Edwards (#8B785C), Wooly Thyme by Vista Paint (#8D7C63), Wooly Thyme by Hirshfield's (#907E63). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rain Barrel?
Rain Barrel has an LRV of 20.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Rain Barrel's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.