Ref. #473485 · MP26171
Groovy Blue Met.
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Groovy Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Groovy Blue Met.? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #473485. Colors similar to Groovy Blue Met. include Behr Blackberry Farm, Behr Wild Grapes, Behr Sultana. Groovy Blue Met. has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Groovy 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 Groovy Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Blackberry Farm
Behr
Very similar
Georgian Court
Vista Paint
Very similar
Merlin's Robes
Valspar
Visible difference
Hot Sauna
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Fresh Eggplant
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Grape Gum
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Signal Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Valiant Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Groovy Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Groovy Blue Met.
#473485
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#855795
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Groovy Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Groovy 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 Groovy 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.
Groovy Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Groovy Blue Met. have?
Groovy Blue Met. by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Groovy Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Blackberry Farm by Behr (#483A83), Wild Grapes by Behr (#41308B), Sultana by Behr (#4C2C86). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Groovy Blue Met.?
Groovy Blue Met. has an LRV of 5.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Groovy Blue Met.'s warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.