Ref. #837E79 · MP52215
Boron Grey Met.
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Boron Grey Met. Technical Profile
What color is Boron Grey Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #837E79. Colors similar to Boron Grey Met. include Benjamin Moore Barnwood, Behr Suede Gray, PPG Cool Charcoal. Boron Grey Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Boron Grey Met. creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Boron Grey Met. pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Boron Grey Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boron Grey Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boron Grey Met.
#837E79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAC83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boron Grey Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boron 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 Boron 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.
Boron Grey Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boron Grey Met. have?
Boron Grey Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Boron Grey Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Barnwood by Benjamin Moore (#837F79), Suede Gray by Behr (#857F7B), Cool Charcoal by PPG (#807B76). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Boron Grey Met.?
Boron Grey Met. has an LRV of 21.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Boron Grey Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.