Metal .01 Metal-01 is a beige paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #CBC6B1, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coastal Fog from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBC6B1 · Metal-01
Metal .01
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Metal .01 Technical Profile
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Metal .01 in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metal .01 in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ColorhouseMetal .01
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCoastal Fog
Coastal Fog
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Pacific Khaki
PPG
Nearly identical
Greyed
Valspar
Nearly identical
Organic Field
Behr
Nearly identical
Cantera
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Serene Thought
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ancient Marble
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Porcelain Slip
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silky Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Old White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal .01
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal .01
#CBC6B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal .01
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal .01 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 Colorhouse Colors
Other Colorhouse colors close to Metal .01.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metal .01 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal .01 have?
Metal .01 by Colorhouse has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Metal .01 in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metal .01 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metal .01 are Coastal Fog by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Coastal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Florentine Plaster by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metal .01'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 Metal .01?
Metal .01 has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metal .01's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.