Ref. #5C5646 · MP14770
Nori Green
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nori Green Technical Profile
What color is Nori Green? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5C5646. Colors similar to Nori Green include PPG Walnut Grove, Sherwin-Williams Garden Gate, Behr Swiss Brown. Nori Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Nori Green 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, Nori Green 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 Nori Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nori Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nori Green
#5C5646
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#768055
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nori Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nori Green 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 Nori Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nori Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nori Green have?
Nori Green by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Nori Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Walnut Grove by PPG (#5C5644), Garden Gate by Sherwin-Williams (#5E5949), Swiss Brown by Behr (#5C5548). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nori Green?
Nori Green has an LRV of 9.4, 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 Nori Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.