Ref. #004862 · MP34865
Med. Gulf Blue Met.
6%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Med. Gulf Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Med. Gulf Blue Met.? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #004862. Colors similar to Med. Gulf Blue Met. include Benjamin Moore Adriatic Sea, Sherwin-Williams Loyal Blue, Vista Paint Night Edition. Med. Gulf Blue Met. has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Med. Gulf Blue Met. 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 Med. Gulf Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Med. Gulf Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Med. Gulf Blue Met.
#004862
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1E3377
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Med. Gulf Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Med. Gulf Blue 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 Med. Gulf Blue Met..
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Med. Gulf Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Med. Gulf Blue Met. have?
Med. Gulf Blue Met. by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Med. Gulf Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Adriatic Sea by Benjamin Moore (#014864), Loyal Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#01455E), Night Edition by Vista Paint (#1B485D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Med. Gulf Blue Met.?
Med. Gulf Blue Met. has an LRV of 5.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Med. Gulf Blue Met.'s cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.