Ref. #5F6585 · MP11988
Blue Frit
13%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Blue Frit Technical Profile
What color is Blue Frit? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #5F6585. Colors similar to Blue Frit include Dunn-Edwards Champion Blue, Kilz Bewitched, Valspar Karmic Grape. Blue Frit has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Blue Frit 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, Blue Frit 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 Blue Frit
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Frit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Frit
#5F6585
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8474A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Frit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Frit 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 Frit.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Frit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Frit have?
Blue Frit by MPC has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Blue Frit from other brands?
The closest matches are Champion Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#606788), Bewitched by Kilz (#5D6181), Karmic Grape by Valspar (#5D6084). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Frit?
Blue Frit has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Frit's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.