Ref. #B5B8B1 · Metal-03
Metal .03
47%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Metal .03 Technical Profile
What color is Metal .03? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B5B8B1. Colors similar to Metal .03 include Hirshfield's Fossilized, Valspar Gray-Green Linen, Behr Keystone Gray. Metal .03 has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Metal .03 depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Metal .03 pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Metal .03
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fossilized
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray-Green Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Keystone Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Magnetic Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hi Ho Silver
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Haze
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
International Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal .03
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal .03
#B5B8B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal .03
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal .03 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 .03.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metal .03 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal .03 have?
Metal .03 by Colorhouse has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Metal .03 from other brands?
The closest matches are Fossilized by Hirshfield's (#B6B8B0), Gray-Green Linen by Valspar (#B5B7AF), Keystone Gray by Behr (#B7BBB4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Metal .03?
Metal .03 has an LRV of 47.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metal .03's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.