Metal Flake
We've categorized Metal Flake as a bright and airy paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#D9DCD6
LRV
72.00
Metal Flake's Color Strip
Metal Flake is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sealskin Shadow and Ice Flow. The strip spans from Sealskin Shadow at the lightest end to Ruggero Grey at the deepest. Strip 171 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Metal Flake in Real Rooms
Metal Flake has a high LRV of 72 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Metal Flake is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.
Metal Flake in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
To use Metal Flake in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
Metal Flake in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Metal Flake fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, Metal Flake is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
Metal Flake adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
These examples of Metal Flake in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Metal Flake on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Metal Flake in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Metal Flake make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
Metal Flake keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
There is a specific "glow" that Metal Flake takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
Metal Flake brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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