Ref. #393F2C · S-H-760
Olive Leaf
7%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Olive Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Olive Leaf? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #393F2C. Colors similar to Olive Leaf include MPC Dark Forest Green, RAL Bottle Green, RAL Olive Green. Olive Leaf has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Olive Leaf 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, Olive Leaf 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 Olive Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Leaf
#393F2C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#455F3F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Leaf 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 Olive Leaf.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Olive Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Leaf have?
Olive Leaf by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Olive Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Forest Green by MPC (#393D2B), Bottle Green by RAL (#343B29), Olive Green by RAL (#424632). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Olive Leaf?
Olive Leaf has an LRV of 7.0, 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 Olive Leaf's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.