Ref. #975B42 · MP5239
Madrone
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Madrone Technical Profile
What color is Madrone? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #975B42. Colors similar to Madrone include Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Terra Cotta, Valspar Toffee Glaze, PPG Spiced Cider. Madrone has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Madrone 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, Madrone 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 Madrone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Madrone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Madrone
#975B42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2976A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Madrone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Madrone 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 Madrone.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Madrone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Madrone have?
Madrone by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Madrone from other brands?
The closest matches are Rookwood Terra Cotta by Sherwin-Williams (#975840), Toffee Glaze by Valspar (#9A5F45), Spiced Cider by PPG (#915B41). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Madrone?
Madrone has an LRV of 14.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Madrone's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.