Ref. #5F5F85 · MP6175
Nantucket
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Nantucket Technical Profile
What color is Nantucket? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #5F5F85. Colors similar to Nantucket include Valspar Karmic Grape, Benjamin Moore Darkest Grape, Kilz Bewitched. Nantucket has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Nantucket 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, Nantucket 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 Nantucket
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nantucket
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nantucket
#5F5F85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C74A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nantucket
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nantucket 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 Nantucket.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nantucket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nantucket have?
Nantucket by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Nantucket from other brands?
The closest matches are Karmic Grape by Valspar (#5D6084), Darkest Grape by Benjamin Moore (#5D5B7D), Bewitched by Kilz (#5D6181). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nantucket?
Nantucket has an LRV of 12.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nantucket's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.