Ref. #987C62 · MP53227
Sonora Gold Met.
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sonora Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Sonora Gold Met.? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #987C62. Colors similar to Sonora Gold Met. include Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Clay, Sherwin-Williams Portabello, Dunn-Edwards Carved Wood. Sonora Gold Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Sonora Gold 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, Sonora 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 Sonora Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Rookwood Clay
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Carved Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Palomino
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Weaver's Tool
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chocolate Moment
PPG
Nearly identical
Mocha Syrup
Valspar
Nearly identical
Edgewood Rocks
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gingerbread
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonora Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonora Gold Met.
#987C62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAB82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonora Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonora 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 Sonora 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.
Sonora Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonora Gold Met. have?
Sonora Gold Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Sonora Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Rookwood Clay by Sherwin-Williams (#9A7E64), Portabello by Sherwin-Williams (#947A62), Carved Wood by Dunn-Edwards (#937A62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sonora Gold Met.?
Sonora Gold Met. has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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