Dusty Olive PPU8-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9D9787, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Honed Soapstone from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9D9787 · PPU8-20
Dusty Olive
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Olive Technical Profile
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Dusty Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusty Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDusty Olive
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHoned Soapstone
Honed Soapstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Calico Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
River Gorge Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Steeped Tea
PPG
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Wood Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Coastal Villa
Valspar
Very similar
Dusky Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Olive
#9D9787
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Olive 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dusty Olive.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Olive have?
Dusty Olive by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusty Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusty Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Olive are Honed Soapstone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Calico Rock by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), River Gorge Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusty Olive's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dusty Olive?
Dusty Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusty Olive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.