Ref. #A9A38C · MP11171
Cypress Green
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cypress Green Technical Profile
What color is Cypress Green? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A9A38C. Colors similar to Cypress Green include Benjamin Moore Victorian Garden, Vista Paint Historic Shade, Behr Over The Taupe. Cypress Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Cypress Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cypress Green 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 Cypress Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Victorian Garden
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Over The Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Northgate Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Olive Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Green Turquoise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cypress Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cypress Green
#A9A38C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cypress Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cypress 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 Cypress Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cypress Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cypress Green have?
Cypress Green by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cypress Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Victorian Garden by Benjamin Moore (#A9A28A), Historic Shade by Vista Paint (#ABA68F), Over The Taupe by Behr (#ABA38C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cypress Green?
Cypress Green has an LRV of 36.5, 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 Cypress Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.