Rainstorm
Sherwin-Williams Rainstorm (6230) carries the measured structure of its color data and the less predictable beauty of paint in a finished space. A muted saturation softens the hue, giving it a quieter quality that can sit comfortably among layered neutrals. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#244653LRV
5.38
Rainstorm's Color Strip
Rainstorm is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Browsing strip 220 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Rainstorm in Rooms
Follow Rainstorm from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 29 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
9 Misc Photos
These 9 misc images show how Rainstorm (6230) can sit beside a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Hallway walls painted Rainstorm create a sophisticated transition space.
@sevenravensinteriors
2 Front Door Photos
These 2 front door images show how Rainstorm (6230) can sit beside hardware, glazing, masonry, timber and surrounding trim. The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Front door painted Rainstorm makes a bold architectural statement.
@cathygreeninteriors
Entry door in Rainstorm makes a bold statement against the home's light exterior trim.
@chateaudavignon
5 Living Room Photos
The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let the movement from window light to lamplight and upholstery, timber, art and metal accents guide the final sample decision.
Living room walls wrapped in Rainstorm create an intimate, sophisticated atmosphere.
@bndecoraz
Living room's Rainstorm walls provide a refined backdrop for furnishings.
@stoeckinteriors
Accent walls in Rainstorm create intimate seating areas within this open living space.
@haus.inspired
Wall paneling painted Rainstorm establishes a calm, sophisticated backdrop for this living room.
@bndecoraz
Deep-toned walls in Rainstorm showcase neutral furnishings and natural light beautifully.
@erinag99
7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Rainstorm (6230) moves through 7 kitchen cabinets images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Shaker-style kitchen cabinets painted in Rainstorm create a sophisticated, moody aesthetic.
@empiregmq
3 House Photos
Across 3 house images, Rainstorm (6230) meets full daylight, cloud cover and long evening shadows. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Home exterior siding painted in Rainstorm contrasts sharply with crisp white shutters and trim.
@sim1nster
This home's board-and-batten exterior walls in Rainstorm create dramatic curb appeal.
@sim1nster
Horizontal siding in Rainstorm defines the contemporary character of this residential home.
@eastcoastalfarmhouse
3 Bathroom Photos
Viewed across 3 bathroom images in a compact setting where tile, fixtures and color sit close together, Rainstorm (6230) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. With an LRV of 5.4, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Bathroom vanity painted in Rainstorm adds unexpected depth and drama to this spa-like space.
@deboeverinteriors
Custom vanity cabinetry in Rainstorm coordinates with marble countertops and brushed nickel fixtures.
@deboeverinteriors
Vanity base in Rainstorm provides moody sophistication in this minimalist bathroom design.
@jackpowers84
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 5, Mountain Air is decisively the brighter choice.
Fleur De Sel reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 5), opening up a space where Rainstorm encloses it.
At LRV 37 vs 5, Frosted Emerald is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 5, Mountain Air is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 5 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 8 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 6 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 5 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 5 and 4, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 7 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 76 vs 5, Mauve Tinge is decisively the brighter choice.
Studio Mauve reflects far more light (LRV 50 vs 5), opening up a space where Rainstorm encloses it.
At LRV 35 vs 5, Truly Taupe is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 81 vs 5, Heavenly White is decisively the brighter choice.
Original White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 5), opening up a space where Rainstorm encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Silken Peacock reads slightly lighter (LRV 15 vs 5), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 8-point LRV gap (14 vs 5) makes Santorini Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 8 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Turkish Tile reads slightly lighter (LRV 16 vs 5), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Darker Colors
With LRVs of 5 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Sit back and take in this serene, dark blue. The slate gray undertone introduces an element of coziness to this cool and confident neutral.