Ref. #8CB452 · MP28434
Granny Smith
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Granny Smith Technical Profile
What color is Granny Smith? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #8CB452. Colors similar to Granny Smith include Hirshfield's Glass Bottle, Vista Paint Glass Bottle, Valspar Chopped Chive. Granny Smith has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Granny Smith depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Granny Smith
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Granny Smith
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granny Smith
#8CB452
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granny Smith
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granny Smith 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 Granny Smith.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Granny Smith — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granny Smith have?
Granny Smith by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Granny Smith from other brands?
The closest matches are Glass Bottle by Hirshfield's (#93BA59), Glass Bottle by Vista Paint (#93BB56), Chopped Chive by Valspar (#96B55C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Granny Smith?
Granny Smith has an LRV of 38.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Granny Smith's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.