Downpour
We've categorized Downpour as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#898a86
LRV
25.00
Downpour's Color Strip
Downpour is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Stepping Stone and Up In Smoke. The strip spans from Pegasus at the lightest end to Zombie at the deepest. Strip PPG1010 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Downpour in Real Rooms
Downpour has a medium LRV of 25 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
Pairing Downpour with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.
Downpour — traditional bathroom
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1 Front Door Photo
Using Downpour for the front door allows the hardware to be the "jewelry" of the house. Whether you choose a modern long-bar handle or a traditional knocker, the color provides the perfect stage for the metalwork to shine.
cottagecore front door featuring Downpour by PPG
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1 Home Office Photo
In a multi-use room where an office corner is required, Downpour can be used to "zone" the desk area. By painting just that section, you create a visual boundary that separates your professional life from your personal space.
PPG Downpour in a scandinavian home office
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Downpour, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Downpour paint in a boho dining room
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1 Bedroom Photo
The bedroom is where Downpour really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
A art deco bedroom painted in Downpour
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1 Patio Photo
Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Downpour holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.
PPG Downpour in a boho patio
@simplywalldecor
1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Downpour. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Downpour paint in a organic modern living room
@simplywalldecor
1 Mudroom Photo
In a mudroom, Downpour provides a clean "reset" as you enter the home. It's a palette cleanser that helps you leave the stress of the outside world at the door, creating a transition zone that is both functional and beautiful.
classy mudroom featuring Downpour by PPG
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Downpour in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
A contemporary kitchen painted in Downpour
@simplywalldecor
1 House Photo
Downpour is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.
Downpour — maximalist house
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Coordinating Colors
Downpour reads slightly lighter (LRV 25 vs 21), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Trim Color
Horseradish reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 25), opening up a space where Downpour encloses it.
At LRV 88 vs 25, Delicate White is decisively the brighter choice.