Rain
There is more to Sherwin-Williams Rain (6219) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. A muted saturation softens the hue, giving it a quieter quality that can sit comfortably among layered neutrals. Its related shades below reveal where the color harmonizes—and where contrast brings it fully to life.
Hex
#ABBEBFLRV
49.25
Rain's Color Strip
Rain is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Tradewind and Interesting Aqua. The strip spans from Tradewind at the lightest end to Still Water at the deepest. Strip 219 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Rain in Rooms
Follow Rain from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 54 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
14 Misc Photos
These 14 misc images show how Rain (6219) can sit beside a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. The blue, grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Wall paint in Rain creates a serene backdrop for the space.
@vintgsue
5 Bedroom Photos
Viewed across 5 bedroom images in a room designed around rest, softness and retreat, Rain (6219) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. An LRV of 49.3 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Bedroom walls in Rain promote restful sleep and relaxation.
@esdinteriors
Paint in Rain wraps the bedroom in soothing blue tones.
@esdinteriors
Bedroom walls wrapped in Rain provide a serene sleeping environment.
@vintgsue
Bedroom walls in Rain create continuity throughout the home.
@misseffie_
Bedroom color in Rain brings calm to sleeping quarters.
@to_mimishousewego
13 Bathroom Photos
Against tile, stone, glass, timber and metal fixtures, Rain (6219) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 49.3 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Bathroom walls in Rain create a spa-like atmosphere.
@kathrynsalyerdesign
4 Front Door Photos
4 front door images place Rain (6219) in a small architectural moment with an outsized first impression. An LRV of 49.3 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Front door in Rain welcomes guests with a calming presence.
@lizspraggrealestate
Entry door painted Rain makes an understated elegant statement.
@lizspraggrealestate
Front door entrance painted in Rain makes a bold statement.
@creationsbymegans
Double doors in Rain frame the entryway beautifully.
@creationsbymegans
10 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Viewed across 10 kitchen cabinets images in cabinetry, where color becomes part of the room’s architecture, Rain (6219) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. An LRV of 49.3 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Kitchen cabinets in Rain blend style with everyday functionality.
@mcnuttdesigns
1 Kitchen Photo
Its place within Living Well - Recharge hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit. In this setting, let daylight, task lighting and evening pendants and stone, timber, tile and metal finishes guide the final sample decision.
Kitchen walls in Rain coordinate with the cabinetry above.
@painter_lady_
6 Living Room Photos
Rain (6219) can change noticeably under the movement from window light to lamplight. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Living room walls in Rain create an inviting gathering space.
@emdunn19
1 House Photo
1 sourced room photo gives the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Rain (6219) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Exterior siding in Rain offers subtle sophistication.
@poppy.home.design
Coordinating Colors
Extra White reflects far more light (LRV 86 vs 49), opening up a space where Rain encloses it.
Trim Color
Similar Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (53 vs 49) makes Silver Lake the marginally brighter of the two.
Niebla Azul reads slightly lighter (LRV 53 vs 49), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (49 vs 45) makes Rain the marginally brighter of the two.
Billowy Breeze reads slightly lighter (LRV 55 vs 49), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 49 vs 47), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 49 vs 46), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Rain reads slightly lighter (LRV 49 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 9-point LRV gap (58 vs 49) makes Sleepy Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Mauve Tinge reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 49), opening up a space where Rain encloses it.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 50 vs 49), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Rain reflects far more light (LRV 49 vs 35), opening up a space where Truly Taupe encloses it.
At LRV 49 vs 5, Rain is decisively the brighter choice.
Vaguely Mauve reads slightly lighter (LRV 57 vs 49), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Rain reflects far more light (LRV 49 vs 27), opening up a space where Rosaline Pearl encloses it.
Lighter Colors
At LRV 78 vs 49, Rarified Air is decisively the brighter choice.
Niebla Azul reads slightly lighter (LRV 53 vs 49), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (53 vs 49) makes Silver Lake the marginally brighter of the two.
Darker Colors
At LRV 49 vs 26, Rain is decisively the brighter choice.
Rain reflects far more light (LRV 49 vs 28), opening up a space where Peacock Plume encloses it.
A 8-point LRV gap (49 vs 41) makes Rain the marginally brighter of the two.
Rain reads slightly lighter (LRV 49 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
For a gentle, peaceful mood in your space, introduce this cool neutral – with undertones of green and gray. Ideal for calm bedrooms or restful family rooms.