Ref. #012C3E · MP22027
Dark Matter Blue Met.
2%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Matter Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Dark Matter Blue Met.? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #012C3E. Dark Matter Blue Met. has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 2, Dark Matter Blue Met. 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 Dark Matter Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Hidden Sapphire
Benjamin Moore
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Ocean Blue
RAL
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Dark Night
Sherwin-Williams
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Night Shade
Behr
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Blazer Blue
Vista Paint
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Time's Current
Valspar
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Delft Blue
Dutch Boy
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Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Matter Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Matter Blue Met.
#012C3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#18255A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Matter Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Matter Blue 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 Dark Matter Blue Met..
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Matter Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Matter Blue Met. have?
Dark Matter Blue Met. by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Dark Matter Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Hidden Sapphire by Benjamin Moore (#033C4F), Ocean Blue by RAL (#1D334A), Dark Night by Sherwin-Williams (#23383F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Matter Blue Met.?
Dark Matter Blue Met. has an LRV of 2.2, 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 Dark Matter Blue Met.'s cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.