Ref. #626354 · 2140-30
Dark Olive
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Olive Technical Profile
What color is Dark Olive? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #626354. Colors similar to Dark Olive include PPG Nevergreen, Dunn-Edwards English Forest, PPG Plunge Pool. Dark Olive has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Dark Olive 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, Dark Olive 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 Dark Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Nevergreen by PPG (#666556), English Forest by Dunn-Edwards (#606256), Plunge Pool by PPG (#656457). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Olive?
Dark Olive has an LRV of 12.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.