Aegean Olive 1491 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5E5A4D, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hidden Trail from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #5E5A4D · 1491
Aegean Olive
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Aegean Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#5E5A4D
RGB94, 90, 77
Estimated LRV10.2
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#5F5B4D
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#5E5B4D
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Reduced Green
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#5B584E
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Colors That Work With Aegean Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aegean Olive
#5E5A4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#798559
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aegean Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aegean 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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Aegean Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aegean Olive have?
Aegean Olive by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Aegean Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aegean Olive are Hidden Trail by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Moss Rock by PPG (a close digital match), Reduced Green by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aegean 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 Aegean Olive?
Aegean Olive has a estimated lightness value of 10.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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