Molten Lead BXC-63 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #53686A, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iron Creek from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #53686A · BXC-63
Molten Lead
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Molten Lead Technical Profile
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Molten Lead in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Molten Lead in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMolten Lead
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsIron Creek
Iron Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Juniper Berry
PPG
Nearly identical
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Spacebox
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spacebox
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mountain Pass
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Sequoia Glade
Valspar
Very similar
Knoxville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shadowed Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Molten Lead
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Molten Lead
#53686A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#607490
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Molten Lead
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Molten Lead 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 Molten Lead.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Molten Lead — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Molten Lead have?
Molten Lead by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Molten Lead in your own space before committing.
What colors match Molten Lead from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Molten Lead are Iron Creek by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Juniper Berry by PPG (a near-identical match), Inchyra Blue by Farrow & Ball (a very close match) — the best options for getting Molten Lead'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 Molten Lead?
Molten Lead has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Molten Lead's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.