Agate Grey vs Rain
Agate Grey is a RAL Classic color while Rain comes from Sherwin-Williams. Agate Grey reads as green-grey, while Rain reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 49 vs 45, Rain will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 7.6, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 2 real-room photo comparisons where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Agate Grey vs Rain in Real Spaces
2 real rooms side by side. Agate Grey and Rain are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Kitchen
Kitchen lighting tends to be bright and directional, which sharpens contrast and makes undertone differences more apparent. The brightness difference is modest but present — Rain gives the walls a little more lift.
Kitchen Cabinets
On cabinetry, undertone and temperature become more pronounced against countertops and hardware. The brightness difference is modest but present — Rain gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Agate Grey vs Rain Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Agate Grey on one side and Rain on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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