Ref. #3F5E46 · MP9000
Cedar Bough
10%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cedar Bough Technical Profile
What color is Cedar Bough? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #3F5E46. Colors similar to Cedar Bough include Behr Medieval Forest, Sherwin-Williams Evergreens, Kilz Tropical Foliage. Cedar Bough has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Cedar Bough 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, Cedar Bough 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 Cedar Bough
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cedar Bough
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cedar Bough
#3F5E46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#537D71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cedar Bough
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cedar Bough 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 Cedar Bough.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cedar Bough — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cedar Bough have?
Cedar Bough by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Cedar Bough from other brands?
The closest matches are Medieval Forest by Behr (#3F6448), Evergreens by Sherwin-Williams (#405840), Tropical Foliage by Kilz (#3C5F4E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cedar Bough?
Cedar Bough has an LRV of 9.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cedar Bough's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.