Ref. #7B6566 · MP20182
Russell Bronze Met.
15%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Russell Bronze Met. Technical Profile
What color is Russell Bronze Met.? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7B6566. Colors similar to Russell Bronze Met. include Behr Tibetan Temple, Sherwin-Williams Patchwork Plum, Benjamin Moore Mink Violet. Russell Bronze Met. has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Russell 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, Russell 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 Russell Bronze Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Russell Bronze Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Russell Bronze Met.
#7B6566
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A18772
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Russell Bronze Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Russell 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 Russell Bronze Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Russell Bronze Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Russell Bronze Met. have?
Russell Bronze Met. by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Russell Bronze Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Tibetan Temple by Behr (#786466), Patchwork Plum by Sherwin-Williams (#7E696A), Mink Violet by Benjamin Moore (#806969). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Russell Bronze Met.?
Russell Bronze Met. has an LRV of 14.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Russell Bronze Met.'s warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.