Metal .05 Metal-05 is a gray paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #535654, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carbon Copy from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #535654 · Metal-05
Metal .05
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Metal .05 Technical Profile
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Metal .05 in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metal .05 in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ColorhouseMetal .05
Nearly identical
BehrCarbon Copy
Carbon Copy
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Widow
PPG
Nearly identical
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Nearly identical
Black Pool
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark and Stormy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sable Calm
Valspar
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Peppercorn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal .05
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal .05
#535654
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#58847D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal .05
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal .05 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 .05.
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 .05 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal .05 have?
Metal .05 by Colorhouse has a neutral 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 .05 in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metal .05 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metal .05 are Carbon Copy by Behr (a near-identical match), Black Widow by PPG (a near-identical match), Traffic Grey B by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metal .05'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 .05?
Metal .05 has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metal .05's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.