Ref. #686D51 · MP40749
Ivy Green Met.
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ivy Green Met. Technical Profile
What color is Ivy Green Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #686D51. Colors similar to Ivy Green Met. include RAL Reed Green, PPG Rustling Leaves, Sherwin-Williams Oakmoss. Ivy Green Met. has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Ivy Green 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, Ivy Green 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 Ivy Green Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ivy Green Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ivy Green Met.
#686D51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#709160
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ivy Green Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ivy Green 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 Ivy Green Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ivy Green Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ivy Green Met. have?
Ivy Green Met. by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ivy Green Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Reed Green by RAL (#6C7156), Rustling Leaves by PPG (#6B6D4E), Oakmoss by Sherwin-Williams (#65684C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ivy Green Met.?
Ivy Green Met. has an LRV of 14.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Ivy Green Met.'s cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.