Sheet Metal DE6356 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5E6063, 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.
Ref. #5E6063 · DE6356
Sheet Metal
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sheet Metal Technical Profile
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Sheet Metal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sheet Metal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSheet Metal
Nearly identical
PPGGlazed Granite
Glazed Granite
PPG
Nearly identical
Pencil Point
Behr
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Anchor Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Web Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hematite
Valspar
Very similar
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sheet Metal
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Sheet Metal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sheet Metal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sheet Metal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sheet Metal are Glazed Granite by PPG (a near-identical match), Pencil Point by Behr (a near-identical match), Steely Expression by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sheet Metal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.