Ref. #004F6A · MP21990
Newport Blue Met.
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Newport Blue Met. Technical Profile
What color is Newport Blue Met.? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #004F6A. Colors similar to Newport Blue Met. include Valspar Back of Beyond, Benjamin Moore Adriatic Sea, Vista Paint Teal Shadow. Newport Blue Met. has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Newport 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 Newport Blue Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Newport Blue Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Newport Blue Met.
#004F6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1F377E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Newport Blue Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Newport 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 Newport 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.
Newport Blue Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Newport Blue Met. have?
Newport Blue Met. by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Newport Blue Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Back of Beyond by Valspar (#015474), Adriatic Sea by Benjamin Moore (#014864), Teal Shadow by Vista Paint (#21526C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Newport Blue Met.?
Newport Blue Met. has an LRV of 6.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Newport Blue Met.'s cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.