Ref. #130E29 · MP22005
Black N Blue Met.
1%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black N Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Black N Blue Met.? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #130E29. Black N Blue Met. has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 1, Black N Blue Met. creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Black N Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Saphire Blue
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Baritone
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Midnight Navy
Benjamin Moore
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Dewberry
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Nightfall
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Magic Night
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black N Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black N Blue Met.
#130E29
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3B2545
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black N Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black N Blue 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 Black N Blue Met..
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black N Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black N Blue Met. have?
Black N Blue Met. by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Black N Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Saphire Blue by RAL (#1D1E33), Cobalt Blue by RAL (#1E213D), Ultramarine Blue by RAL (#20214F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black N Blue Met.?
Black N Blue Met. has an LRV of 0.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black N Blue Met.'s warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.