Ref. #3C5475 · MP11183
Franco Blue
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Franco Blue Technical Profile
What color is Franco Blue? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #3C5475. Colors similar to Franco Blue include Kilz Thunder Night, Behr Champlain Blue, Behr Hidden Sapphire. Franco Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Franco Blue 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 Franco Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Franco Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Franco Blue
#3C5475
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F5B89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Franco Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Franco Blue 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 Franco Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Franco Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Franco Blue have?
Franco Blue by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Franco Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Thunder Night by Kilz (#3A5578), Champlain Blue by Behr (#425573), Hidden Sapphire by Behr (#435672). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Franco Blue?
Franco Blue has an LRV of 8.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Franco Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.