Ref. #88705A · MP41312SP
Medium Bronze
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Medium Bronze Technical Profile
What color is Medium Bronze? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #88705A. Colors similar to Medium Bronze include Vista Paint Noble Crown, PPG Cocoa Delight, Dunn-Edwards Big Stone Beach. Medium Bronze has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Medium Bronze 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, Medium Bronze 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 Medium Bronze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Medium Bronze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medium Bronze
#88705A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A173
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medium Bronze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medium Bronze 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 Medium Bronze.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Medium Bronze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medium Bronze have?
Medium Bronze by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Medium Bronze from other brands?
The closest matches are Noble Crown by Vista Paint (#8A725B), Cocoa Delight by PPG (#8D725A), Big Stone Beach by Dunn-Edwards (#886E54). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Medium Bronze?
Medium Bronze has an LRV of 17.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Medium Bronze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.