Golden Olive MQ2-24 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AB987F, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Khaki Bronze from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AB987F · MQ2-24
Golden Olive
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB987F
RGB171, 152, 127
Estimated LRV32.6
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Golden Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Olive
#AB987F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden 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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Golden Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Olive have?
Golden Olive by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Golden Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Olive are Khaki Bronze by PPG (a close digital match), Colonial Revival Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Studio Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden 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 Golden Olive?
Golden Olive has a estimated lightness value of 32.6, 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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