Ref. #1D7C96 · MP8064
Into The Blue
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Into The Blue Technical Profile
What color is Into The Blue? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #1D7C96. Colors similar to Into The Blue include Kilz Blue Door, Benjamin Moore Avalon Teal, Kilz Arroyo. Into The Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Into The Blue 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 Into The Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Into The Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Into The Blue
#1D7C96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#445FA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Into The Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Into The Blue 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 Into The Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Into The Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Into The Blue have?
Into The Blue by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Into The Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Door by Kilz (#2C7E94), Avalon Teal by Benjamin Moore (#27778F), Arroyo by Kilz (#357A91). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Into The Blue?
Into The Blue has an LRV of 16.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Into The Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.