Ref. #9B7E6A · MP40689
Antique Bronze Mica
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antique Bronze Mica Technical Profile
What color is Antique Bronze Mica? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9B7E6A. Colors similar to Antique Bronze Mica include Valspar Tender Twig, Benjamin Moore Firewood, Behr Home Sweet Home. Antique Bronze Mica has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Antique Bronze Mica creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Antique Bronze Mica pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Antique Bronze Mica
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Bronze Mica
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Bronze Mica
#9B7E6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Bronze Mica
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Bronze Mica 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Antique Bronze Mica.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Bronze Mica — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Bronze Mica have?
Antique Bronze Mica by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Antique Bronze Mica from other brands?
The closest matches are Tender Twig by Valspar (#9C7D69), Firewood by Benjamin Moore (#9D816E), Home Sweet Home by Behr (#9C806A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antique Bronze Mica?
Antique Bronze Mica has an LRV of 22.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Antique Bronze Mica's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.