Ref. #072946 · MP50184
Royal Blue Metallic
2%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Royal Blue Metallic Technical Profile
What color is Royal Blue Metallic? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #072946. Royal Blue Metallic has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 2, Royal Blue Metallic 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 Royal Blue Metallic
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
Midnight Dream
Behr
Visible difference
Royal Blue
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Blazer Blue
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Symphony Blue
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Nightfall
Valspar
Visible difference
In the Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Star-studded
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Royal Blue Metallic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Blue Metallic
#072946
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#21235F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Blue Metallic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Blue Metallic 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 Royal Blue Metallic.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Royal Blue Metallic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Blue Metallic have?
Royal Blue Metallic by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Royal Blue Metallic from other brands?
The closest matches are Gentian Blue by RAL (#0E294B), Pearl Night Blue by RAL (#102C54), Ocean Blue by RAL (#1D334A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Royal Blue Metallic?
Royal Blue Metallic has an LRV of 2.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Royal Blue Metallic's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.