Ref. #B97254 · MP52234
Warm Copper Met.
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warm Copper Met. Technical Profile
What color is Warm Copper Met.? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #B97254. Colors similar to Warm Copper Met. include Behr Campfire Blaze, Valspar Cattle Drive, Benjamin Moore Flower Pot. Warm Copper Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Warm Copper 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, Warm Copper 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 Warm Copper Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Copper Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Copper Met.
#B97254
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3A87F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Copper Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Copper 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 Warm Copper 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.
Warm Copper Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Copper Met. have?
Warm Copper Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Warm Copper Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Campfire Blaze by Behr (#B77558), Cattle Drive by Valspar (#B77658), Flower Pot by Benjamin Moore (#B96E53). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Warm Copper Met.?
Warm Copper Met. has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Warm Copper Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.