Ref. #AEACBE · MP25362
Floe Blue Met.
42%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Floe Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Floe Blue Met.? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #AEACBE. Colors similar to Floe Blue Met. include Valspar Lavender Lake, Benjamin Moore Spring Violet, Vista Paint Lap of Luxury. Floe Blue Met. has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Floe Blue 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, Floe Blue 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 Floe Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Floe Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Floe Blue Met.
#AEACBE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Floe Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Floe 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 Floe Blue Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Floe Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Floe Blue Met. have?
Floe Blue Met. by MPC has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Floe Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Lavender Lake by Valspar (#ADACC0), Spring Violet by Benjamin Moore (#B1ADBC), Lap of Luxury by Vista Paint (#ABA7B7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Floe Blue Met.?
Floe Blue Met. has an LRV of 42.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Floe Blue Met.'s cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.