Ref. #003F52 · MP21997
Deepwater Blue Met.
4%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Deepwater Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Deepwater Blue Met.? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #003F52. Deepwater Blue Met. has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Deepwater 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 Deepwater Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deepwater Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deepwater Blue Met.
#003F52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1B306A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deepwater Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deepwater 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 Deepwater 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.
Deepwater Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deepwater Blue Met. have?
Deepwater Blue Met. by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Deepwater Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Hidden Sapphire by Benjamin Moore (#033C4F), Loyal Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#01455E), Mariana Trench by Valspar (#1A4858). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deepwater Blue Met.?
Deepwater Blue Met. has an LRV of 4.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Deepwater Blue Met.'s cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.