Mostly Metal 1036-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #575E5F, LRV 11 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flint from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #575E5F · 1036-7
Mostly Metal
11%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mostly Metal Technical Profile
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Mostly Metal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mostly Metal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMostly Metal
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreFlint
Flint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Anchor Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
City Rain
Behr
Very similar
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grays Harbor
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Basalt Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mostly Metal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mostly Metal
#575E5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D6F8C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mostly Metal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mostly 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
Similar PPG Colors
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mostly Metal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mostly Metal have?
Mostly Metal by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Mostly Metal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mostly Metal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mostly Metal are Flint by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Anchor Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Soot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mostly 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 Mostly Metal?
Mostly Metal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mostly Metal's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.