Ref. #344C52 · 8004-37G
Mountain Midnight
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mountain Midnight Technical Profile
What color is Mountain Midnight? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #344C52. Colors similar to Mountain Midnight include MPC Bleu Mer, MPC Antique Bottle Green, PPG Mountain Pine. Mountain Midnight has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Mountain Midnight 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 Mountain Midnight
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mountain Midnight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mountain Midnight
#344C52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4A556F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mountain Midnight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mountain Midnight 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Mountain Midnight.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mountain Midnight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mountain Midnight have?
Mountain Midnight by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Mountain Midnight from other brands?
The closest matches are Bleu Mer by MPC (#335056), Antique Bottle Green by MPC (#335056), Mountain Pine by PPG (#3B5257). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mountain Midnight?
Mountain Midnight has an LRV of 6.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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