Metal .04 Metal-04 is a gray paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #9FA198, LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misty Lake from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9FA198 · Metal-04
Metal .04
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Metal .04 Technical Profile
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Metal .04 in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metal .04 in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ColorhouseMetal .04
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMisty Lake
Misty Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Exposé
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rustic Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oil Cloth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stamped Concrete
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Steel Curtain
PPG
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antiquated Pewter
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal .04
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal .04
#9FA198
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal .04
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal .04 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 .04.
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 .04 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal .04 have?
Metal .04 by Colorhouse has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Metal .04 in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metal .04 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metal .04 are Misty Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gray Exposé by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rustic Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metal .04'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 .04?
Metal .04 has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.1, 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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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 .04's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.