Metropolis 4005-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ADB1B3, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zippered Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #ADB1B3 · 4005-1C
Metropolis
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Metropolis Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADB1B3
RGB173, 177, 179
Estimated LRV43.6
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
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
#ADB2B5
Close digital match
Stargazer
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#AFB4B6
Close digital match
Silent Night
Benjamin Moore
#B1B5B8
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Metropolis
Behr
#B0B2B2
Close digital match
Morning Fog
Sherwin-Williams
#A8AEB1
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Dolphin Dance
Vista Paint
#AEB3B8
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Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
#B2B3B5
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Hirshfield's
#A9B0B6
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#A9AAAB
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#A5A5A5
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Colors That Work With Metropolis
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metropolis
#ADB1B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital 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
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Metropolis — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metropolis have?
Metropolis by Valspar 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 Metropolis from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metropolis are Zippered Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Stargazer by PPG (a close digital match), Silent Night by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value of 43.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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