Ref. #C7CAC9 · UL260-17
Burnished Metal
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burnished Metal Technical Profile
What color is Burnished Metal? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #C7CAC9. Colors similar to Burnished Metal include Sherwin-Williams Gray Screen, Benjamin Moore Seersucker Suit, Vista Paint Nomadic Travels. Burnished Metal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Burnished Metal sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Burnished Metal pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Burnished Metal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gray Screen
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seersucker Suit
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Solitary State
PPG
Nearly identical
Chalk Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gravity
Valspar
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnished Metal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnished Metal
#C7CAC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A7AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnished Metal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnished Metal Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Burnished Metal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burnished Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnished Metal have?
Burnished Metal by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Burnished Metal from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Screen by Sherwin-Williams (#C6CACA), Seersucker Suit by Benjamin Moore (#C4C8C6), Nomadic Travels by Vista Paint (#CBCECC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burnished Metal?
Burnished Metal has an LRV of 58.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burnished Metal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.