Gunmetal
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Gunmetal (1602) is a standout Gray in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 7 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#6A6F70
LRV
16.63
Gunmetal in Real Rooms
Gunmetal has a low LRV of 16.63 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets and misc.
5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Choosing Gunmetal for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."
Kitchen cabinets in Gunmetal provide striking contrast against bright white counters.
@hillsborowoodworking
Cabinet doors in Gunmetal create sophisticated, contemporary kitchen styling.
@coastalliving_oc
Cabinetry finished in Gunmetal delivers moody, refined kitchen elegance.
@coastalliving_oc
Kitchen island in Gunmetal anchors this modern, high-contrast kitchen design.
@coastalliving_oc
Kitchen cabinets painted in Gunmetal create a sleek, modern foundation.
@coastalliving_oc
2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Gunmetal, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Wooden table finished in Gunmetal displays a sophisticated metallic sheen.
@camp.robber
Tabletop painted Gunmetal brings industrial elegance to dining spaces.
@punch_jones
