Ref. #AC9655 · 2149-30
Fresh Olive
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Olive Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Olive? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #AC9655. Colors similar to Fresh Olive include PPG Obsession, Behr Tapestry Gold, Behr Brazilian Citrine. Fresh Olive has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Fresh Olive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Fresh 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 Fresh Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Olive
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Fresh Olive.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Olive have?
Fresh Olive by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Fresh Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Obsession by PPG (#AE9550), Tapestry Gold by Behr (#AE985D), Brazilian Citrine by Behr (#A99347). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Olive?
Fresh Olive has an LRV of 31.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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