Ref. #3C524C · MP14551
Horta Green
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Horta Green Technical Profile
What color is Horta Green? It's a dark cool neutral with the hex code #3C524C. Colors similar to Horta Green include Behr Dark Everglade, Valspar Peacock House, Hirshfield's Gedney Green. Horta Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Horta Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Horta Green pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Horta Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Horta Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Horta Green
#3C524C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4D6B74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Horta Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Horta Green 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 Horta Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Horta Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Horta Green have?
Horta Green by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Horta Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Everglade by Behr (#3D554F), Peacock House by Valspar (#405550), Gedney Green by Hirshfield's (#40534E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Horta Green?
Horta Green has an LRV of 7.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Horta Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.