Ref. #6A554D · MP20304
Phosphor Bronze Met.
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Phosphor Bronze Met. Technical Profile
What color is Phosphor Bronze Met.? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #6A554D. Colors similar to Phosphor Bronze Met. include Benjamin Moore Cup O Java, Behr Library Leather, Hirshfield's Bargeboard Brown. Phosphor Bronze Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Phosphor 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, Phosphor 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 Phosphor Bronze Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Phosphor Bronze Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phosphor Bronze Met.
#6A554D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C825E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phosphor Bronze Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phosphor 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 Phosphor Bronze 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.
Phosphor Bronze Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phosphor Bronze Met. have?
Phosphor Bronze Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Phosphor Bronze Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Cup O Java by Benjamin Moore (#6B554D), Library Leather by Behr (#68554E), Bargeboard Brown by Hirshfield's (#68534A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Phosphor Bronze Met.?
Phosphor Bronze Met. has an LRV of 10.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Phosphor Bronze Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.