Ref. #325E5F · MP5168
Colorado Spruce
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Colorado Spruce Technical Profile
What color is Colorado Spruce? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #325E5F. Colors similar to Colorado Spruce include Benjamin Moore Dark Teal, Benjamin Moore Oasis Blue, Benjamin Moore Pine Green. Colorado Spruce has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Colorado Spruce 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 Colorado Spruce
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Colorado Spruce
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colorado Spruce
#325E5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E6176
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colorado Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colorado Spruce 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 Colorado Spruce.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Colorado Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colorado Spruce have?
Colorado Spruce by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Colorado Spruce from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Teal by Benjamin Moore (#265B5F), Oasis Blue by Benjamin Moore (#235B5E), Pine Green by Benjamin Moore (#2E5E5B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Colorado Spruce?
Colorado Spruce has an LRV of 9.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Colorado Spruce's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.