Ref. #5D8D85 · MP23561
Smooth Teal Met.
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smooth Teal Met. Technical Profile
What color is Smooth Teal Met.? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5D8D85. Colors similar to Smooth Teal Met. include Behr Coney Island, Valspar Spa Green, Sherwin-Williams Surf Green. Smooth Teal Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Smooth Teal Met. 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 Smooth Teal Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smooth Teal Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smooth Teal Met.
#5D8D85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7896A5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smooth Teal Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smooth Teal 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 Smooth Teal Met..
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smooth Teal Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smooth Teal Met. have?
Smooth Teal Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Smooth Teal Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Coney Island by Behr (#5B8A80), Spa Green by Valspar (#5A9185), Surf Green by Sherwin-Williams (#5F887D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smooth Teal Met.?
Smooth Teal Met. has an LRV of 23.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smooth Teal Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.