Ref. #A4977A · MP31592
Olive Gold Met.
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Olive Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Olive Gold Met.? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #A4977A. Colors similar to Olive Gold Met. include Hirshfield's Mohalla, Hirshfield's Abbey Stone, Vista Paint Mohalla. Olive Gold Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Olive Gold 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, Olive Gold 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 Olive Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Gold Met.
#A4977A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Gold 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 Olive Gold Met..
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Olive Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Gold Met. have?
Olive Gold Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Olive Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Mohalla by Hirshfield's (#A79B7E), Abbey Stone by Hirshfield's (#A29778), Mohalla by Vista Paint (#A59A7C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Olive Gold Met.?
Olive Gold Met. has an LRV of 31.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Olive Gold Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.