Dark Olive 2140-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #626354, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nevergreen from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #626354 · 2140-30
Dark Olive
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Olive Technical Profile
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Dark Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Olive
Nearly identical
PPGNevergreen
Nevergreen
PPG
Nearly identical
English Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ashton Grey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fig Tree
Behr
Very similar
Flora
Valspar
Very similar
Cast Iron
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Concrete Grey
RAL
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Olive
#626354
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#728C5E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Dark Olive.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Olive have?
Dark Olive by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Olive are Nevergreen by PPG (a near-identical match), English Forest by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Plunge Pool by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark 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 Dark Olive?
Dark Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Olive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.