Ref. #5F5528 · 360F-7
Olive Shadow
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Olive Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Olive Shadow? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #5F5528. Olive Shadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Olive Shadow creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Olive Shadow reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Olive Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Shadow
#5F5528
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#657446
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Shadow 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 Shadow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Olive Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Shadow have?
Olive Shadow by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Olive Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Olivary by MPC (#635328), Palm Leaf by Sherwin-Williams (#635936), Sea Turtle by Valspar (#5D5934). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Olive Shadow?
Olive Shadow has an LRV of 12.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Olive Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.