Metropolis 1006-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #61584F, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Italian Leather from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #61584F · 1006-7
Metropolis
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Metropolis Technical Profile
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Metropolis in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metropolis in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMetropolis
Nearly identical
ValsparItalian Leather
Italian Leather
Valspar
Nearly identical
Downing to Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Prospect
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shadow Wood
Behr
Very similar
Stone Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Thundering
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metropolis
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metropolis
#61584F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88885B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metropolis
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metropolis 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Metropolis.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metropolis — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metropolis have?
Metropolis by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Metropolis in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metropolis from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metropolis are Italian Leather by Valspar (a near-identical match), Downing to Earth by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wildwood by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metropolis'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 Metropolis?
Metropolis has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.1, 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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Why Metropolis's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.