Ref. #836D65 · MP20161
Art Deco Bronze Met.
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Art Deco Bronze Met. Technical Profile
What color is Art Deco Bronze Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #836D65. Colors similar to Art Deco Bronze Met. include Valspar Brown Bark, Behr Elkhound, Valspar Marron. Art Deco Bronze Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Art Deco Bronze Met. 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, Art Deco Bronze Met. 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 Art Deco Bronze Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Art Deco Bronze Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Art Deco Bronze Met.
#836D65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A49A77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Art Deco Bronze Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Art Deco Bronze Met. 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 Art Deco Bronze Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Art Deco Bronze Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Art Deco Bronze Met. have?
Art Deco Bronze Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Art Deco Bronze Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Brown Bark by Valspar (#876E63), Elkhound by Behr (#876F69), Marron by Valspar (#7F6C67). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Art Deco Bronze Met.?
Art Deco Bronze Met. has an LRV of 16.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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