Ref. #965638 · MP25296
Browntone Met.
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Browntone Met. Technical Profile
What color is Browntone Met.? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #965638. Colors similar to Browntone Met. include Benjamin Moore Warmed Cognac, Kilz Autumn Abundance, Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Terra Cotta. Browntone Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Browntone 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, Browntone 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 Browntone Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Browntone Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Browntone Met.
#965638
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3975E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Browntone Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Browntone 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 Browntone Met..
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Browntone Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Browntone Met. have?
Browntone Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Browntone Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Warmed Cognac by Benjamin Moore (#975B3B), Autumn Abundance by Kilz (#8E5335), Rookwood Terra Cotta by Sherwin-Williams (#975840). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Browntone Met.?
Browntone Met. has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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