Grey Metal 00NN 10/000 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #515051, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celluloid from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #515051 · 00NN 10/000
Grey Metal
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Grey Metal Technical Profile
HEX Code#515051
RGB81, 80, 81
Estimated LRV8.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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#515153
Close digital match
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#524F4F
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#4F5051
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#4C4E50
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Colors That Work With Grey Metal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grey Metal
#515051
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F556A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grey Metal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grey 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
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Grey Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grey Metal have?
Grey Metal by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Grey Metal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grey Metal are Celluloid by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Safari Brown by Valspar (a close digital match), Wood Acres by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grey Metal's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Grey Metal?
Grey Metal has a estimated lightness value of 8.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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