Ref. #7A736E · MP51681
Gustave Grey Met.
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gustave Grey Met. Technical Profile
What color is Gustave Grey Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7A736E. Colors similar to Gustave Grey Met. include Sherwin-Williams Gauntlet Gray, PPG Deconstruction, Behr Unpredictable Hue. Gustave Grey Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Gustave 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, Gustave 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 Gustave Grey Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gustave Grey Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gustave Grey Met.
#7A736E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4A077
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gustave Grey Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gustave 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 Gustave 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.
Gustave Grey Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gustave Grey Met. have?
Gustave Grey Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gustave Grey Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#78736E), Deconstruction by PPG (#7B736B), Unpredictable Hue by Behr (#77736D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gustave Grey Met.?
Gustave Grey Met. has an LRV of 17.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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