Ref. #5BA08F · MP23406
Green Velvet Met.
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Green Velvet Met. Technical Profile
What color is Green Velvet Met.? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #5BA08F. Colors similar to Green Velvet Met. include Behr Tasmanian Sea, Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal, Benjamin Moore Summer Basket Green. Green Velvet Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Green Velvet Met. 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 Green Velvet Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Velvet Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Velvet Met.
#5BA08F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82A1AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Velvet Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Velvet 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 Green Velvet Met..
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Velvet Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Velvet Met. have?
Green Velvet Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Green Velvet Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Tasmanian Sea by Behr (#58A091), Captivating Teal by Benjamin Moore (#57A493), Summer Basket Green by Benjamin Moore (#5DA593). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Velvet Met.?
Green Velvet Met. has an LRV of 29.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Green Velvet Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.