Ref. #818C82 · MP23417
Metal Olive Met.
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Metal Olive Met. Technical Profile
What color is Metal Olive Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #818C82. Colors similar to Metal Olive Met. include Hirshfield's Dowager, Vista Paint Dowager, Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull. Metal Olive Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Metal Olive Met. depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Metal Olive 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 Metal Olive Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metal Olive Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metal Olive Met.
#818C82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metal Olive Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metal Olive 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 Metal Olive 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.
Metal Olive Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metal Olive Met. have?
Metal Olive Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Metal Olive Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Dowager by Hirshfield's (#838C82), Dowager by Vista Paint (#838B7F), Carolina Gull by Benjamin Moore (#868E82). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Metal Olive Met.?
Metal Olive Met. has an LRV of 25.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metal Olive Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.