Ref. #B78759 · MP20505
Cuprous Gold Met.
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cuprous Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Cuprous Gold Met.? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #B78759. Colors similar to Cuprous Gold Met. include Vista Paint Safari Sun, Hirshfield's Safari Sun, Benjamin Moore Cognac Snifter. Cuprous Gold Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Cuprous Gold Met. depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cuprous Gold 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 Cuprous Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cuprous Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cuprous Gold Met.
#B78759
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cuprous Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cuprous Gold 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 Cuprous Gold 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.
Cuprous Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cuprous Gold Met. have?
Cuprous Gold Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Cuprous Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Safari Sun by Vista Paint (#B4885C), Safari Sun by Hirshfield's (#B4875E), Cognac Snifter by Benjamin Moore (#B78354). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cuprous Gold Met.?
Cuprous Gold Met. has an LRV of 28.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cuprous Gold Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.