Ref. #716961 · MP52048
Neo Bronze Met.
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Neo Bronze Met. Technical Profile
What color is Neo Bronze Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #716961. Colors similar to Neo Bronze Met. include Benjamin Moore Bear Creek, Hirshfield's Grey Locks, Vista Paint Castle Dale. Neo Bronze Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Neo Bronze Met. 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, Neo Bronze 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 Neo Bronze Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Neo Bronze Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Neo Bronze Met.
#716961
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B9B6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Neo Bronze Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Neo Bronze 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 Neo Bronze 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.
Neo Bronze Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Neo Bronze Met. have?
Neo Bronze Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Neo Bronze Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Bear Creek by Benjamin Moore (#736B63), Grey Locks by Hirshfield's (#72695E), Castle Dale by Vista Paint (#6F675C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Neo Bronze Met.?
Neo Bronze Met. 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 Neo Bronze Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.