Fresh Olive PPU9-4 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A69E73, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pea Soup from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A69E73 · PPU9-4
Fresh Olive
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#A69E73
RGB166, 158, 115
Estimated LRV33.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Fresh Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Olive
#A69E73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh 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
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Fresh Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Olive have?
Fresh Olive by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Fresh Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Olive are Pea Soup by PPG (a close digital match), Gold Infusion by Valspar (a close digital match), Olive Rush by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh 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 Fresh Olive?
Fresh Olive has a estimated lightness value of 33.8, 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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