Metro 0530 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #D4D4CF, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whisper from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4D4CF · 0530
Metro
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Metro Technical Profile
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Metro in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metro in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMetro
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWhisper
Whisper
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Metro
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tempered Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Origami
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Guild Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gazebo Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Dimpse
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metro
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metro
#D4D4CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metro 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Metro.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metro have?
Metro by Vista Paint 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 Metro in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metro are Whisper by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Metro by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Tempered Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Metro'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 Metro?
Metro has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metro's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.