Ref. #6E6F6D · HDC-AC-17A
Welded Iron
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Welded Iron Technical Profile
What color is Welded Iron? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #6E6F6D. Colors similar to Welded Iron include Vista Paint Shadow Dance, Valspar Ocean Storm, PPG Up In Smoke. Welded Iron has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Welded Iron creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Welded Iron is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Welded Iron
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Welded Iron
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Welded Iron
#6E6F6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#709F70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Welded Iron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Welded Iron 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 Welded Iron.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Welded Iron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Welded Iron have?
Welded Iron by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Welded Iron from other brands?
The closest matches are Shadow Dance by Vista Paint (#6E6F6D), Ocean Storm by Valspar (#6F716F), Up In Smoke by PPG (#6E706D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Welded Iron?
Welded Iron has an LRV of 15.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Welded Iron's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.