Ref. #8C8A4C · MP811
Sulfurous Green
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sulfurous Green Technical Profile
What color is Sulfurous Green? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #8C8A4C. Colors similar to Sulfurous Green include Benjamin Moore Terrapin Green, PPG Enough Is Enough, Benjamin Moore Winding Vines. Sulfurous Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Sulfurous Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sulfurous Green reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sulfurous Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sulfurous Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sulfurous Green
#8C8A4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#879E6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sulfurous Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sulfurous Green 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 Sulfurous Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sulfurous Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sulfurous Green have?
Sulfurous Green by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sulfurous Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Terrapin Green by Benjamin Moore (#8C8D51), Enough Is Enough by PPG (#898C4A), Winding Vines by Benjamin Moore (#918E56). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sulfurous Green?
Sulfurous Green has an LRV of 24.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sulfurous Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.