Metal Fringe DET626 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #837E74, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Trout from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #837E74 · DET626
Metal Fringe
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Metal Fringe Technical Profile
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Metal Fringe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metal Fringe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMetal Fringe
Nearly identical
BehrSmoky Trout
Smoky Trout
Behr
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Carter Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Anonymous
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hidcote Manor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grey Tweed
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal Fringe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal Fringe
#837E74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AA80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal Fringe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal Fringe 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Metal Fringe.
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 Fringe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal Fringe have?
Metal Fringe by Dunn-Edwards 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 Fringe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metal Fringe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metal Fringe are Smoky Trout by Behr (a near-identical match), Wildwood by Kilz (a near-identical match), Empire by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metal Fringe'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 Fringe?
Metal Fringe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, 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 Fringe's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.