Metro PPU16-16 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #818394, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Wisteria from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #818394 · PPU16-16
Metro
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Metro Technical Profile
HEX Code#818394
RGB129, 131, 148
Estimated LRV23.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Metro
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metro
#818394
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metro 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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Metro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metro have?
Metro 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 Metro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metro are Deep Wisteria by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Magical Twilight by Kilz (a very close match), Soft Charcoal by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Metro'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 Metro?
Metro has a estimated lightness value of 23.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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