Ref. #446B91 · MP1992
Blue Flag
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Flag Technical Profile
What color is Blue Flag? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #446B91. Colors similar to Blue Flag include Hirshfield's Honky Tonk Blue, Vista Paint Blue Monday, Kilz Blue Depths. Blue Flag has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Blue Flag 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 Blue Flag
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Flag
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Flag
#446B91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#696A9F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Flag
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Flag 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 Blue Flag.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Flag — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Flag have?
Blue Flag by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Flag from other brands?
The closest matches are Honky Tonk Blue by Hirshfield's (#446A8D), Blue Monday by Vista Paint (#476A8F), Blue Depths by Kilz (#496B8F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Flag?
Blue Flag has an LRV of 13.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Blue Flag's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.