Rainstorm 6230 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #244653, LRV 5 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mariana Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #244653 · 6230
Rainstorm
5%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rainstorm Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Rainstorm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rainstorm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRainstorm
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMariana Blue
Mariana Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deep Galaxy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sophisticated Teal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Twilight
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Viridian Odyssey
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nocturne Blue
Behr
Very similar
Sailor's Coat
PPG
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Blue Green
RAL
Visible difference
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Rainstorm — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rainstorm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainstorm
#244653
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#414A69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainstorm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainstorm 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 Rainstorm.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainstorm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainstorm have?
Rainstorm by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Rainstorm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rainstorm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainstorm are Mariana Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Deep Galaxy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sophisticated Teal by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rainstorm'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 Rainstorm?
Rainstorm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
Explore More with Rainstorm
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 Rainstorm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.