Ref. #8B6852 · MP49153
Henna Gold Met.
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Henna Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Henna Gold Met.? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8B6852. Colors similar to Henna Gold Met. include Valspar Natural Cork, Behr Clay Pot, Behr Burnished Brandy. Henna Gold Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Henna Gold Met. creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Henna Gold 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 Henna Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Henna Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Henna Gold Met.
#8B6852
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A09A70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Henna Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Henna Gold 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 Henna Gold Met..
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Henna Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Henna Gold Met. have?
Henna Gold Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Henna Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Natural Cork by Valspar (#8C664E), Clay Pot by Behr (#896754), Burnished Brandy by Behr (#8B654F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Henna Gold Met.?
Henna Gold Met. has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Henna Gold Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.