Rainsong 9681 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #DDE6E5, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cameo Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #DDE6E5 · 9681
Rainsong
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rainsong Technical Profile
HEX Code#DDE6E5
RGB221, 230, 229
Estimated LRV77.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cameo Green
PPG
#DCE6E5
Close digital match
Lookout Point
Benjamin Moore
#DBE4E3
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Beluga Gray
Dutch Boy
#E0E8E7
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Fresh Day
Behr
#DFE8E6
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Cloud-Whisped Sky
Vista Paint
#DEE8E8
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Subtle Canopy
Valspar
#DAE3E1
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Divine Inspiration
Hirshfield's
#D8E2E1
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Smoke and Mirrors
Dunn-Edwards
#D9E6E8
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Hint Of Blue
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#E4EAEB
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#DAE2DD
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Colors That Work With Rainsong
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainsong
#DDE6E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859EAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainsong
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainsong 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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Rainsong — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainsong have?
Rainsong by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Rainsong from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainsong are Cameo Green by PPG (a close digital match), Lookout Point by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Beluga Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rainsong'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 Rainsong?
Rainsong has a estimated lightness value of 77.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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