Sheet Metal DE6356 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5E6063, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glazed Granite from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #5E6063 · DE6356
Sheet Metal
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sheet Metal Technical Profile
HEX Code#5E6063
RGB94, 96, 99
Estimated LRV11.6
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#5B5E61
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#595D61
Close digital match
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#5D6265
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#5D6268
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Colors That Work With Sheet Metal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sheet Metal
#5E6063
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666292
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sheet Metal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sheet Metal 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
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Sheet Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sheet Metal have?
Sheet Metal by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sheet Metal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sheet Metal are Glazed Granite by PPG (a close digital match), Pencil Point by Behr (a close digital match), Steely Expression by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sheet Metal'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 Sheet Metal?
Sheet Metal has a estimated lightness value of 11.6, 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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