Ref. #BDE6D3 · MP13471
Cuprous Green
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cuprous Green Technical Profile
What color is Cuprous Green? It's a light cool green with the hex code #BDE6D3. Colors similar to Cuprous Green include Hirshfield's Mediterranean Mist, Vista Paint Mediterranean Mist, PPG Dinner Mint. Cuprous Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Cuprous Green reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Cuprous Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cuprous Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cuprous Green
#BDE6D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7DB3B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cuprous Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cuprous Green 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 Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cuprous Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cuprous Green have?
Cuprous Green by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Cuprous Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Mediterranean Mist by Hirshfield's (#BCE9D6), Mediterranean Mist by Vista Paint (#C0EAD5), Dinner Mint by PPG (#BCE7D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cuprous Green?
Cuprous Green has an LRV of 72.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cuprous Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.