Gentle Rain → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Behr Gentle Rain (PPU12-12), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Gentle Rain
If you love Behr Gentle Rain but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Gentle Rain (PPU12-12) is a medium gray with cool green-gray undertones. A cool, light gray with subtle green undertones. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Gentle Rain and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Silver Chain (1472) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Silver Chain is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Gentle Rain
Silver Chain is similar.
| Gentle Rain | Silver Chain | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 55 | 58.88 |
| Hex | #CCCAC4 | #CFCCC6 |
| Undertone | Cool Green-Gray | Cool Green-Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Gentle Rain has cool green-gray undertones. A cool, light gray with subtle green undertones.
Silver Chain has cool green-gray undertones. A light, cool gray with subtle green undertones. Clean and modern. More gray than Gray Owl, less blue than Stonington Gray.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Gentle Rain in Your Room
The green is very subtle. Reads as a clean cool gray.
Silver Chain in Your Room
The green shows most in bright natural light. Under warm artificial light, it reads as a clean neutral gray. Very modern feeling.
LRV and Brightness
Gentle Rain has an LRV of 55, while Silver Chain has an LRV of 58.88. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Gentle Rain
Behr recommends Gentle Rain for: bathroom, bedroom, living room, hallway. With an LRV of 55, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Silver Chain is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, office, hallway. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Gentle Rain in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Gentle Rain (PPU12-12) is Silver Chain (1472) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Silver Chain is similar. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Gentle Rain is a Behr color with cool green-gray undertones and an LRV of 55. Silver Chain is a Benjamin Moore color with cool green-gray undertones and an LRV of 58.88. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.