Cool Rain 5005-10C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #099BA1, LRV 26 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Riviera Paradise from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #099BA1 · 5005-10C
Cool Rain
26%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cool Rain Technical Profile
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Cool Rain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cool Rain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCool Rain
Nearly identical
PPGRiviera Paradise
Riviera Paradise
PPG
Nearly identical
Island Dream
Behr
Nearly identical
San Jose Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pleasant Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Siren Song
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Splashy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Peacock Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Rain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Rain
#099BA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#336AAA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Rain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Rain 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Cool Rain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Rain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Rain have?
Cool Rain by Valspar 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 Cool Rain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cool Rain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Rain are Riviera Paradise by PPG (a near-identical match), Island Dream by Behr (a near-identical match), San Jose Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cool Rain'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 Cool Rain?
Cool Rain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Cool Rain's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.