Ref. #888783 · MP18146
Cast Steel Met.
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cast Steel Met. Technical Profile
What color is Cast Steel Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #888783. Colors similar to Cast Steel Met. include Sherwin-Williams Classic French Gray, Benjamin Moore Street Chic, Benjamin Moore Cinder. Cast Steel Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Cast Steel 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, Cast Steel 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 Cast Steel Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cast Steel Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cast Steel Met.
#888783
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Cast Steel Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cast Steel 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 Cast Steel 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.
Cast Steel Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cast Steel Met. have?
Cast Steel Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cast Steel Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#888782), Street Chic by Benjamin Moore (#858581), Cinder by Benjamin Moore (#878684). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cast Steel Met.?
Cast Steel Met. has an LRV of 24.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cast Steel Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.