Fresh Olive 2149-30 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AC9655, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Obsession from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AC9655 · 2149-30
Fresh Olive
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC9655
RGB172, 150, 85
Estimated LRV31.2
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 Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Fresh Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Olive
#AC9655
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AE84
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh 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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Fresh Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Olive have?
Fresh Olive by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Fresh Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Olive are Obsession by PPG (a close digital match), Tapestry Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Viva Las Vegas by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh 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 Fresh Olive?
Fresh Olive has a estimated lightness value of 31.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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