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Behr Rainforest M440-7

Rainforest

Behr

M440-7

About Rainforest by Behr

Rainforest M440-7 by Behr is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 10% and hue near 160° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 10.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #475f57

RGB: 71, 95, 87

Hue160°

Saturation15%

Lightness33%

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These are close matches to Rainforest from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Rainforest looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Rainforest M440-7 a warm or cool color?
Rainforest by Behr is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Rainforest?
Rainforest sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 160°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rainforest?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 160°. The hex value is #475f57. The RGB value is 71, 95, 87.
Is Rainforest better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rainforest has brightness around 10%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Rainforest?
You can match Rainforest with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Rainforest work best in a home?
Rainforest works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Rainforest compare to a pure white paint?
Rainforest is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Rainforest in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Rainforest in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Rainforest. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Rainforest. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.