Gunmetal 1602 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6B7071, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #6B7071 · 1602
Gunmetal
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gunmetal Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B7071
RGB107, 112, 113
Estimated LRV15.9
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
#6D7070
Close digital match
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#6B7174
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#6F7476
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Improbable
PPG
#6E7376
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High-Speed Steel
Valspar
#6B6E71
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Kilz
#696D6B
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#6A7271
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Sherwin-Williams
#656A6E
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#636869
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#626664
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#646B63
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Colors That Work With Gunmetal
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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
Digital 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
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Gunmetal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gunmetal have?
Gunmetal by Benjamin Moore 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 Gunmetal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gunmetal are Cooled Graphite by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dawn Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Rich Pewter by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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