Ref. #797777 · MP23626
Bessemer Grey Met.
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bessemer Grey Met. Technical Profile
What color is Bessemer Grey Met.? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #797777. Colors similar to Bessemer Grey Met. include Vista Paint Ocean Frigate, Valspar Nature Walk, Hirshfield's Ocean Frigate. Bessemer Grey Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Bessemer Grey Met. creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Bessemer Grey Met. 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 Bessemer Grey Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bessemer Grey Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bessemer Grey Met.
#797777
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7927C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bessemer Grey Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bessemer Grey Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Bessemer Grey Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bessemer Grey Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bessemer Grey Met. have?
Bessemer Grey Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bessemer Grey Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Ocean Frigate by Vista Paint (#7A7777), Nature Walk by Valspar (#777575), Ocean Frigate by Hirshfield's (#7A7778). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bessemer Grey Met.?
Bessemer Grey Met. has an LRV of 18.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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