Ref. #1E185C · MP2169
Cuernavaca Blue
2%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cuernavaca Blue Technical Profile
What color is Cuernavaca Blue? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #1E185C. Cuernavaca Blue has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 2, Cuernavaca Blue 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 Cuernavaca Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Ultramarine Blue
RAL
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Purple Blanket
Behr
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Hot Sauna
Vista Paint
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Admiral Blue
Benjamin Moore
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Newport Indigo
Hirshfield's
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Royal Blue
Dutch Boy
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Nightfall
Valspar
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Dewberry
Sherwin-Williams
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cuernavaca Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cuernavaca Blue
#1E185C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#593671
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cuernavaca Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cuernavaca Blue 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 Cuernavaca Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cuernavaca Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cuernavaca Blue have?
Cuernavaca Blue by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cuernavaca Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Ultramarine Blue by RAL (#20214F), Purple Blanket by Behr (#2B2C66), Blackberry Harvest by Behr (#312B62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cuernavaca Blue?
Cuernavaca Blue has an LRV of 1.7, 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 Cuernavaca Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.