Ref. #C4CACE · 2132-60
Metallic Silver
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Metallic Silver Technical Profile
What color is Metallic Silver? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #C4CACE. Colors similar to Metallic Silver include Hirshfield's Sacred Spring, Vista Paint Sacred Spring, MPC Brina Blue Met.. Metallic Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Metallic Silver sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Metallic Silver pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Metallic Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metallic Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metallic Silver
#C4CACE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metallic Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metallic Silver 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 Metallic Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metallic Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metallic Silver have?
Metallic Silver by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Metallic Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Sacred Spring by Hirshfield's (#C7CBCE), Sacred Spring by Vista Paint (#C7CBCD), Brina Blue Met. by MPC (#C7CBD0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Metallic Silver?
Metallic Silver has an LRV of 58.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metallic Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.