Burnished Metal UL260-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C7CAC9, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Screen from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C7CAC9 · UL260-17
Burnished Metal
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Burnished Metal Technical Profile
HEX Code#C7CAC9
RGB199, 202, 201
Estimated LRV58.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#C6CACA
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#C4C8C6
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#C8CBC8
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Colors That Work With Burnished Metal
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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
Digital 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
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Burnished Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnished Metal have?
Burnished Metal by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Burnished Metal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burnished Metal are Gray Screen by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Garden Stone by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Seersucker Suit by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Burnished Metal's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Burnished Metal?
Burnished Metal has a estimated lightness value of 58.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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