Raindrop 6485 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9EC6C6, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Bell from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9EC6C6 · 6485
Raindrop
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Raindrop Technical Profile
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Raindrop in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Raindrop in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRaindrop
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Bell
Blue Bell
Behr
Nearly identical
Teal Twilight
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Trattoria Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Tranquil Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sea Seeker
Valspar
Very similar
Wind Blown
Kilz
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Seaport
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reservoir Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raindrop
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raindrop
#9EC6C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raindrop
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raindrop 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Raindrop.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Raindrop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raindrop have?
Raindrop by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Raindrop in your own space before committing.
What colors match Raindrop from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Raindrop are Blue Bell by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Fox by Behr (a near-identical match), Aquifer by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Raindrop'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 Raindrop?
Raindrop has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.7, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Raindrop's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.