Gunmetal 1602 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6B7071, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cooled Graphite from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B7071 · 1602
Gunmetal
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gunmetal Technical Profile
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Gunmetal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gunmetal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGunmetal
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCooled Graphite
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dawn Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Battleship Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Improbable
PPG
Nearly identical
High-Speed Steel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Old Key
Kilz
Very similar
Roman Stone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Night Out
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gunmetal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gunmetal
#6B7071
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#70809F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gunmetal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gunmetal 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Gunmetal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gunmetal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gunmetal have?
Gunmetal by Benjamin Moore 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 Gunmetal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gunmetal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gunmetal are Cooled Graphite by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dawn Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Rich Pewter by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gunmetal'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 Gunmetal?
Gunmetal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.9, 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 Gunmetal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.