Metal .02 Metal-02 is a beige paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #BDB091, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Khaki from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Colorhouse · #BDB091 · Metal-02
Metal .02
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Metal .02 Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDB091
RGB189, 176, 145
Estimated LRV43.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandColorhouse
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#BAAE8D
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#BFB397
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Colors That Work With Metal .02
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal .02
#BDB091
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal .02
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal .02 Room Palettes
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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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Metal .02 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal .02 have?
Metal .02 by Colorhouse has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Metal .02 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metal .02 are Dusty Khaki by PPG (a close digital match), Easy by PPG (a close digital match), Woolen Mittens by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Metal .02'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 .02?
Metal .02 has a estimated lightness value of 43.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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