Ref. #CCCDCE · TB-32
Brushed Metal
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brushed Metal Technical Profile
What color is Brushed Metal? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #CCCDCE. Colors similar to Brushed Metal include Behr Chicago Fog, Hirshfield's Cool Elegance, Valspar Gray Morn. Brushed Metal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Brushed Metal sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Brushed Metal is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Brushed Metal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Chicago Fog
Behr
Nearly identical
Cool Elegance
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Morn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Nearly identical
Sidewalk Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Evening Shadow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cool Elegance
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Clouded Vision
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brushed Metal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brushed Metal
#CCCDCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brushed Metal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brushed 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Brushed 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.
Brushed Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brushed Metal have?
Brushed Metal by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Brushed Metal from other brands?
The closest matches are Chicago Fog by Behr (#CACCCD), Cool Elegance by Hirshfield's (#CFCFD0), Gray Morn by Valspar (#CACACA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brushed Metal?
Brushed Metal has an LRV of 61.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Brushed Metal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.